We report a very high average output power at room temperature for quantum-cascade lasers emitting at For high-reflectivity-coated 2-mm-long cavities, a low threshold current density of was obtained at room temperature. From 300 to 400 K, the characteristic temperature was 198 K. A maximum average output power of 0.67 W was achieved. In addition, 0.56 W average output power was observed at a duty cycle of 56%.
Topics
Lasers
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