Quantum-Dot Mode-Locked Lasers With Dual-Mode Optical Injection

Quantum-dot mode-locked lasers are injection-locked by coherent two-tone master sources. Spectral tuning, significantly improved time-bandwidth product, and low jitter are demonstrated without deterioration of the pulse properties.

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