Photon-number-counting with an InGaAs/InP avalanche photodiode by optical self-balancing

Y. Jian, E. Wu, G. Wu, H. Zeng

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Abstract

Infrared photon-number-resolving detection was achieved with an InGaAs/InP avalanche avalanche photodiode by using optical self-balancing technique to cancel the spike noise. A photon-number-resolving detection was achieved with the detection efficiency as high as 36%.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2010
PublisherOptical Society of America (OSA)
ISBN (Print)9781557528896
DOIs
StatePublished - 2010
EventQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2010 - San Jose, CA, United States
Duration: 16 May 201021 May 2010

Publication series

NameOptics InfoBase Conference Papers
ISSN (Electronic)2162-2701

Conference

ConferenceQuantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference, QELS 2010
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Jose, CA
Period16/05/1021/05/10

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