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Area of Science:

  • Photonics and Detector Technology
  • Solid-State Physics
  • Metrology

Background:

  • Photon counting detectors are crucial for high-precision measurements.
  • Existing technologies face limitations in timing resolution and stability.
  • Advanced applications require detectors with enhanced performance characteristics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design, construct, and evaluate a novel photon counting detector system.
  • To optimize the system for superior timing resolution and detection delay stability.
  • To explore its suitability for demanding applications like space laser ranging and fundamental metrology.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized single photon avalanche diode (SPAD) detector technology on silicon (K14).
  • Implemented active quenching and gating modes for sensor operation.
  • Developed and integrated a new control circuit for timing optimization.

Main Results:

  • Achieved timing resolution of 20 ps Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM).
  • Demonstrated exceptional detection delay stability with temperature change as low as 70 fs/K.
  • Attained detection delay stability better than 60 fs (time deviation).
  • Photon detection probability exceeds 40% between 500-800 nm.

Conclusions:

  • The developed photon counting detector system offers state-of-the-art timing performance.
  • Its high stability and resolution make it ideal for laser ranging and metrology.
  • This solid-state detector represents a significant advancement in photon counting technology.