A quantum dot infrared photodetector (QDIP) consisting of self-assembl
ed InGaAs quantum dots has been demonstrated. Responsivity of 3.25 mA/
W at 9.2 mm was obtained for nonpolarized incident light on the detect
or with a 45 degrees angle facet at 60 K. The QDIPs exhibit some uniqu
e electro-optic characteristics such as a strong negative differential
photoconductance effect and blueshift of the response peak wavelength
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