Broadly defining lasing wavelengths in single bandgap-graded semiconductor nanowires.
basic_science · Level V
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Abstract
Designing lasing wavelengths and modes is essential to the practical applications of nanowire (NW) lasers. Here, according to the localized photoluminescence spectra, we first demonstrate the ability to define lasing wavelengths over a wide range (up to 119 nm) based on an individual bandgap-graded CdSSe NW by forward cutting the NW from CdSe to CdS end. Furthermore, free spectral range (FSR) and modes of the obtained lasers could be controlled by backward cutting the NW from CdS to CdSe end step-by-step. Interestingly, single-mode NW laser with predefined lasing wavelength is realized in short NWs because of the strong mode competition and increase in FSR. Finally, the gain properties of the bandgap-graded NWs are investigated. The combination of wavelength and mode selectivity in NW lasers may provide a new platform for the next generation of integrated optoelectronic devices.