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Free Carrier Distribution Criterion in Quantum Dot Lasers

Keywords: Quantum Dot Laser, Spontaneous Emission, Gain, Thermal

Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering & Technology

Volume 35 ,  Issue 3

HIFSA  SHAHID ,

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