Optics Express · 2017 · 36 citations · 21 references
PhotonicsElectrical EngineeringEngineeringTechnology CustomizationApplied PhysicsPhotonic Integrated CircuitSingle-photon Avalanche DiodesMicroelectronicsPhotonic DeviceOptoelectronicsHigh-performance SpadBreakdown VoltageSemiconductor Device
We have designed and fabricated high-performance single-photon avalanche diodes (SPADs) by using 0.18-µm high-voltage CMOS technology. Without any technology customization, the SPADs have low dark-count rate, high photon-detection probability, low afterpulsing probability, and acceptable timing jitter and breakdown voltage. Our design provides a low-cost and high-performance SPAD for various applications.
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