A theoretical (using rate equations) and experimental study of the nonlinear dynamics
of a distributed feedback multiple quantum well laser diode is presented. The analysis is
performed under direct modulation. Period doubling and period tripling are identified
in both the measurements and simulations. Period doubling is found over a wide range
of modulation frequencies in the laser. Computational results using rate equations show
good agreement with the experimental results.
Low-temperature characterization of a 1.55-μm multiple-quantum-well laser down to 10 K
