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Single-Photon Detectors for Infrared Wavelengths in the Range 1–1.7 μm

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The ongoing progress of scientific research in areas such as quantum communications, low-light level laser ranging, and material science (to name but a few) has led to increased interest in the detection of single photons in the wavelength range 1–1.7 μm. Several technologies have been used to detect photons with wavelengths in this range – each with different characteristic parameters that affect their suitability for specific applications. This chapter will provide a review of progress in the development of detectors for use in this spectral region and will highlight some notable results.

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Buller, G.S., Collins, R.J. (2014). Single-Photon Detectors for Infrared Wavelengths in the Range 1–1.7 μm. In: Kapusta, P., Wahl, M., Erdmann, R. (eds) Advanced Photon Counting. Springer Series on Fluorescence, vol 15. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/4243_2014_64

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