Mode-locked InAs/InP quantum-dash-based DBR laser with monolithically integrated SOA

摘要

We present the first demonstration of InAs/InP Quantum Dash based single-section frequency comb generator designed for use in photonic integrated circuits. The laser cavity is closed using a specific Bragg reflector without compromising the mode-locking performance of the laser. This enables the integration of single-section mode-locked laser on photonic integrated circuits as on-chip frequency comb source. As a demonstration, we integrate the Fabry Perot laser with a semiconductor optical amplifier. Such a device could be used for amplification or modulation of the frequency generated comb. We thus investigate the device operation to obtain a NRZ modulated comb.