Title :
Optical detectors: Three contenders: Depending on the application, the photoeonductor, p-i-n diode, or avalanche photodiode may prove the best choice
Author :
Forrest, Stephen R.
Author_Institution :
Univ. of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
fDate :
5/1/1986 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Although there are many types of photodetectors, only three are commonly considered for the direct detection of digital signals in optical communications: the photoconductor, the p-i-n diode, and the avalanche photodiode. The advantages and disadvantages of each type are discussed. The problems of speed, security, and noise are stressed.
Keywords :
optical communication equipment; photodetectors; avalanche photodiode; noise; optical communications; optical detectors; p-i-n diode; photoconductor; photodetectors; security; speed; Bandwidth; Noise; Optical fiber communication; PIN photodiodes; Photoconducting materials;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MSPEC.1986.6370907
