Single-Element Passive Quenching with Active Reset Circuit for Single Photon Avalanche Diodes

Abstract:

A single-element passive quenching with active reset (PQAR) circuit is proposed. Its operation mechanism is studied in theory to show that this single element, based on thyristor, can provide similar function of quenching and reset for the free-running Geiger-mode operation of single photon avalanche diodes (SPADs) as the conventional PQAR circuits, but with significant simplicity. Requirement for the thyristor is identified, and an InP sample was designed, fabricated and characterized. Future work for further demonstration is also discussed.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 644-650)
• Pages: 3709-3712
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.644-650.3709
• Online since: September 2014
• Authors: Chong Hu*, Teh Hua Ju, Yong Yao
• Keywords: Quenching Circuits, Single Photon Avalanche Diodes, Thyristor

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