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In this paper, we present a stable single-photon detection method based on Si-avalanche photodiode (Si-APD) operating in Geiger mode with a large temperature variation range. By accurate temperature sensing and direct current (DC) bias voltage compensation, the single-photon detector can work stably in Geiger mode from −40 °C to 35 °C with an almost constant avalanche gain. It provides a solution for single-photon detection at outdoor operation in all-weather conditions.
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This work has been supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.11374105).
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Yan, Pq., Li, Zh., Shi, Yf. et al. Stable single-photon detection based on Si-avalanche photodiode in a large temperature variation range. Optoelectron. Lett. 11, 321–324 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11801-015-5123-x
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