Optical properties of two-dimensional transmission-type spatial light
modulators using InAs/GaAs short-period strained-layer superlattices (
SPSLSs) in quantum wells, which operate near 960 nm, are investigated.
The absorption characteristics of the individual pixels across a simi
lar to 200 pixellated wafer, i.e. the uniformity of the devices, are a
nalyzed. The limits to performance of this spatial light modulator due
to nonuniformity are also discussed. (C) 1997 Academic Press Limited