Abstract
A simple model is presented for the propagation of macroscopic defects within the quantum well (QW) plane of broad-area high power diode lasers. The catastrophic optical damage (COD) effect is considered the mechanism for creating an initial damage site and further development of defect pattern. The relations between the parameters used in the model and the actual physical properties of the semiconductor materials are discussed. Experimentally observed damage patterns are well described.
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