Authors:	K. Van Gasse, S. Uvin, V. Moskalenko, S. Latkowski, G. Roelkens, E. Bente, B. Kuyken
Title:	Recent advances in the photonic integration of mode-locked laser diodes
Format:	International Journal
Publication date:	12/2019
Journal/Conference/Book:	IEEE Photonics Technology Letters (invited)
Volume(Issue):	31(23) p.1870 - 1873
DOI:	10.1109/LPT.2019.2945973
Citations:	44 (Dimensions.ai - last update: 24/11/2024) 34 (OpenCitations - last update: 27/6/2024) Look up on Google Scholar
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Abstract

Mode-locked fiber and solid state lasers have played an essential role in several scientific and technological developments. The integration of mode-locked lasers on chips could enable their use in a wide range of applications. The advancement of semiconductor mode-locked laser diodes has been going on for several decades, but has recently seen the development of novel devices based on generic InP and III-V-on-silicon photonic integration platforms. These photonic integration platforms enable the use of standardized components and low-loss waveguides within the laser cavity, allowing for the design of advanced extended cavities. In this manuscript we give a review of these novel devices and compare their performance.