A laser diode is a semiconductor device that emits coherent light when current passes through it. The term “multimode” refers to the ability of the laser diode to emit light through multiple modes (or transverse optical modes) within the laser cavity. Unlike single-mode laser diodes, which only allow light to propagate in a single mode (usually the fundamental mode), multimode laser diodes can emit light in several. HEFEI, China, June 21, 2024 — A multifunctional three-terminal diode (TTD) developed by a team at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) can function as both an optical emitter and a photodetector. The TTD boosts communication bandwidth significantly.
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