Density matrix Monte Carlo modeling of quantum cascade lasers
Abstract
By including elements of the density matrix formalism, the semiclassical ensemble Monte Carlo method for carrier transport is extended to incorporate incoherent tunneling, known to play an important role in quantum cascade lasers (QCLs). In particular, this effect dominates electron transport across thick injection barriers, which are frequently used in terahertz QCL designs. A self-consistent model for quantum mechanical dephasing is implemented, eliminating the need for empirical simulation parameters. Our modeling approach is validated against available experimental data for different types of terahertz QCL designs.
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@article{arxiv.1711.06057,
title = {Density matrix Monte Carlo modeling of quantum cascade lasers},
author = {Christian Jirauschek},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1711.06057},
year = {2017}
}
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