METHODS OF MODULATING MICROLASERS AT ULTRALOW POWER LEVELS, AND SYSTEMS THEREOF

摘要

A microlaser system includes an optical source, a microlaser, an actuator switch, and a photovoltaic power source. The microlaser, which includes a control element, is optically pumped by at least a portion of light emitted by the optical source. The actuator switch is configured to be activated by a triggering event. Furthermore, the photovoltaic power source is coupled in a series connection with the actuator switch and the control element, the series connection configured to connect the photovoltaic power source to the control element of the microlaser when the actuator switch is activated by the triggering event.

主权项

1. A method of operation comprising:
directing light upon a microlaser for optically pumping the microlaser; and detecting the occurrence of a triggering event based on a change in an optical output of the microlaser, the change in optical output occurring in response to connecting a photovoltaic power source to the microlaser only upon occurrence of the triggering event.