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Methods for defect-free impurity-induced laser disordering (IILD) of AlGaInP and AlGaAs heterostructures. Phosphorus-doped or As-doped films are used in which silicon serves as a diffusion source and silicon nitride acts as a barrier for selective IILD. High-performance, index-guided (AlGa)0.5 In0.5 P lasers may be fabricated with this technique, analogous to those made in the AlGaAs material system. The deposition of the diffusion source films preferably is carried out in a low pressure reactor. Also disclosed is a scheme for reducing or eliminating phosphorus overpressure during silicon diffusion into III-V semiconducting material by adding a pre-diffusion anneal step. Defects produced during intermixing are also reduced using a GaInP or GaInP/GaAs cap.
1. A method of making an arsenic (As) containing III-V heterostructure employing IILD, comprising the steps:
(a) providing a III-V heterostructure comprising GaAlAs cladding flanking an active layer,
(b) selectively depositing on the heterostructure a layer comprising a disordering impurity, As or phosphorus (P), in an amount sufficient to inhibit decomposition of As-containing underlayers, and a barrier material inhibiting out-diffusion of III-V constituents,
(c) heating the heterostructure formed in step (b) at an elevated temperature for a time sufficient to cause the disordering impurity to diffuse into the underlying heterostructure regions to form extending below the active region intermixed regions having a lower refractive index than that of adjacent non-intermixed regions,
(d) steps (b) and (c) being carried out in such manner as to provide a substantially defect-free As-containing III-V heterostructure.
2. The method of claim 1, wherein step (b) is carried out in a low-pressure PECVD or OMVPE reactor.
3. The method of claim 2, wherein the pressure is between 0.01-10 Torr.
4. The method of claim 2, wherein the As or P content of the layer comprising the disordering impurity exceeds 20%.
5. The method of claim 1, wherein the barrier material is As- or P-doped silicon nitride with an As or P content exceeding 20%.
6. The method of claim 1, wherein step (b) is carried out at a temperature below the congruent sublimation temperature of the GaAlAs in the absence of a phosphorus overpressure.
7. The method of claim 1, wherein step (b) is carried out at a temperature above the congruent sublimation temperature of GaAlAs in the presence of a phosphorus overpressure.
8. A method of making a phosphorus (P) containing III-V heterostructure employing IILD, comprising the steps:
(a) providing a III-V heterostructure comprising GaInP or AlGaInP claddings flanking an active layer,
(b) selectively depositing on the heterostructure a layer comprising a disordering impurity, P, in an amount sufficient to inhibit decomposition of P-containing underlayers, and a barrier material inhibiting out-diffusion of III-V constituents,
(c) heating the heterostructure formed in step (b) at an elevated temperature for a time sufficient to cause the disordering impurity to diffuse into the underlying heterostructure regions to form extending below the active region intermixed regions having a lower refractive index than that of adjacent non-intermixed regions,
(d) steps (b) and (c) being carried out in such manner as to provide a substantially defect-free P-containing III-V heterostructure.
9. The method of claim 8, wherein step (b) is carried out in a low-pressure PECVD or OMVPE reactor.
10. The method of claim 9, wherein the pressure is between 0.01-10 Torr.
11. The method of claim 9, wherein the P content of the layer comprising the disordering impurity exceeds 20%.
12. The method of claim 11, wherein the barrier material is P-doped silicon nitride with an As or P content exceeding 20%.
13. The method of claim 8, wherein step (b) is carried out at a temperature below the congruent sublimation temperature of the GaInP or AlGaInP in the absence of a phosphorus overpressure.
14. The method of claim 8, wherein step (b) is carried out at a temperature above the congruent sublimation temperature of GaInP or AlGaInP in the presence of a phosphorus overpressure.
15. A method of making an arsenic (As) or phosphorus (P) containing III-V heterostructure employing IILD, comprising the steps:
(a) providing a III-V heterostructure comprising GaAlAs or GaInP or AlGaInP claddings flanking an active layer,
(b) selectively depositing on the heterostructure a layer comprising a disordering impurity, As or P, in an amount sufficient to inhibit decomposition of As-containing or P-containing underlayers, and a barrier material inhibiting out-diffusion of III-V constituents,
(c) pre-annealing the heterostructure formed in step (b) for a time and at a first elevated temperature to remove hydrogen but without cracking and bubbling of the layer formed in step (b),
(d) thereafter heating the heterostructure formed in step (b) at a second elevated temperature higher than the first elevated temperature for a time sufficient to cause the disordering impurity to diffuse into the underlying heterostructure regions to form extending below the active region intermixed regions having a lower refractive index than that of adjacent non-intermixed regions,
(e) steps (b) and (c) being carried out in such manner as to provide a substantially defect-free As-containing III-V heterostructure.
16. The method of claim 15, wherein step (b) is carried out in a low-pressure PECVD or OMVPE reactor.
17. The method of claim 16, wherein the first elevated temperature is in the range of 400�-600� C.
18. The method of claim 16, wherein the second elevated temperature is in the range of 600�-1100� C.
19. The method of claim 15, wherein step (b) is carried out in a phosphorus overpressure.
20. The method of claim 15, wherein step (b) is carried out at a low pressure of 0.1-10 Torr.
The U.S. Government has certain rights in the invention as provided by the terms of Advanced Technology Program Award 70NANB2H1241 awarded by the Department of Commerce.
Commonly assigned U.S. patent application Ser. No. 08/345,108, filed Nov. 28, 1994, entitled "Index Guided Semiconductor Laser Diode with Shallow Selective IILD" (XRX-154).
This invention relates to AlGaInP or AlGaAs heterostructures especially adapted to function as semiconductor lasers.
Selectively-buried ridge (SBR) waveguide structures have been used to achieve index guided AlGaInP lasers, but we believe that higher performance AlGaInP lasers are possible with the impurity-induced layer disordering (IILD) process, as shown in FIG. 1. The basic structure comprises a GaAs substrate 10 on which is epitaxially grown by known MBE or OMVPE processes a lower cladding layer 11 of AlGaInP, a thin sandwich of AlGaInP confining layers 12, 14 flanking a quantum well (QW) active layer 13 of GaInP, an upper cladding layer 15 of AlGaInP, and contact enhancing layers 16 typically of GaAs. Index-guiding regions 18, 19 formed by IILD flank a center striped region 20, and a p+ diffused region 21 blocks shunt currents via the disordered regions 18, 19. Contact metals 23 at top and bottom complete the structure. Compared to the SBR lasers, IILD can be used to realize lasers with narrower width (for lower threshold and a more circular beam), lower distributed loss (for higher efficiency), and stronger lateral index guiding (for less astigmatism). The process has been successfully realized in AlGaAs lasers.
The basic IILD process relies on the in-diffusion of an impurity (silicon, germanium, zinc, etc.) which promotes intermixing of atoms on the group-III sublattice 1!. Bracketed references are identified in the annexed Appendix. The layers comprising a heterostructure can thus be intermixed into a homogenous alloy whose composition is an average of the original layers. For example, a superlattice of 100 Å Ga0.5 In0.5 P/100 Å Al0.5 In0.5 P will be intermixed to an alloy of (Al0.5 Ga0.5 P)0.5 In0.5 P. When a laser active region is intermixed with adjacent cladding layers in this manner, its refractive index is lowered. Consequently, a lateral waveguide can be formed by IILD. Similarly, the intermixed layers also have higher bandgap energy, resulting in the lateral confinement of injected carriers in a laser stripe. These attributes of IILD make it a superior technique for the fabrication of high performance index guided laser diodes.
The art of Si-diffusion based impurity induced disordering for the fabrication of optoelectronic devices in the AlGaAs system is well established. The Si diffusion technique relies on the deposition of a Si layer heavily doped with the column V element, in this case As, to facilitate Si in-diffusion and suppress As loss from the crystal surface.
U.S. Pat. No. 4,727,556, whose full contents are herein incorporated by reference, describes the fabrication of a laser diode by IILD, consisting of index-guiding wing regions flanking a striped emitting active region with said wing regions being of lower refractive index and higher bandgap to provide lateral optical and carrier confinement for the emitting striped regions. The process described provides a Si-doped source layer as a diffusion source of disordering impurities over a patterned Si3 N4 mask where a laser element is desired. These films are deposited in an atmospheric pressure MOCVD reactor. Using Si, diffusion temperatures of 500�-900� C. are suggested in an As environment for the AlGaAs system. A cap layer of GaAs is used to reduce contact resistance. The patent also mentions applying the principles to other III-V systems, such as AlGaInP.
U.S. Pat. No. 4,824,798, whose full contents are herein incorporated by reference, describes improved methods for diffusion of the Si disordering impurity to avoid the need for an As overpressure yet avoid holes, cracks, bubbles or other irregularities or defects that may occur from time to time in the deposited layer or in the underlying semiconductor structure. The scheme proposed in this patent is to use as the impurity source a thin film bilayer comprising a lower layer of Si heavily doped (5-20% atomic weight) with As, P or Sb capped with an upper passivating layer of, for example, Si3 N4 or SiO2 in a thickness sufficient to prevent out diffusion of Ga and As for GaAs/GaAlAs quantum well (QW) structures.
In the annexed Appendix are listed other publications, whose contents are herein incorporated by reference, that describe other aspects of IILD as applied to GaInP/AlInP/AlGaInP systems. For example, in publication 4!, the Si diffusion is carried out for 20 h at 850� C. in a sealed ampoule in a P overpressure. In publication 3!, Zn was diffused as the disordering impurity at 650� C. for 5 min in an evacuated ampoule containing Zn3 P2, GaP, and InP as diffusion sources.
We have attempted to apply the above-mentioned Si diffusion techniques to the InGaAlP material system, but have found that the presence of P as opposed to As on the column V sites will result in severe crystal defect formation if a Si:As film is used as a diffusion source. While a Si:P film can be substituted, it creates problems of P disposal in the conventional high temperature CVD method of depositing such films.
An object of the invention is an improved process for fabricating buried heterostructure laser diodes in the AlGaAs or AlGaInP material system.
Another object of the invention is a process for fabricating high performance AlGaInP laser diodes by a process employing IILD.
In accordance with a first aspect of the present invention, to avoid the problems associated with P disposal, we employ a low temperature, plasma-enhanced chemical vapor-deposited (PECVD) Si film heavily doped with P as the diffusion source.
In accordance with a second aspect of the invention, where the deposition temperature for the diffusion source constituted by the Si-doped film exceeds the congruent sublimation temperature of the III-V material substrate, then the deposition must be conducted in an overpressure of P when P is to be included in the diffusion source or in an overpressure of As when As is to be included in the diffusion source. At temperatures below the congruent sublimation temperature, no overpressure is needed.
In accordance with a third aspect of the invention, to reduce the hydrogen content in the deposited film, which may result in bubbling and cracking of the film when elevated to a high temperature required for Si diffusion, we employ a pre-annealing step to drive hydrogen out of the film without morphology degradation.
A preferred embodiment of the process of the invention is the following sequence of process steps for the accomplishment of Si disordering in an InGaAlP based structure:
1. Low temperature PECVD of a heavily P doped amorphous silicon film, followed by low temperature PECVD of an amorphous silicon nitride film as a barrier film.
2. Medium temperature annealing of this film at a temperature sufficiently high that the hydrogen content of the film is substantially reduced, but sufficiently low such that the rate of hydrogen evolution is insufficient to cause cracking and bubbling of the silicon and silicon nitride films.
3. High temperature annealing of the III-V structure, either in a purely thermal manner or, for example, by a very high energy excimer laser, at a time and temperature or energy sufficient to cause Si diffusion into the InGaAlP crystal to the desired depth and concentration.
It may be desirable to provide for separate annealing cycles as in step 2 after the deposition of each of the two individual layers described in step 1.
Excimer laser irradiation may also be introduced prior to step 3 in order to enhance the Si incorporation into the desired layers.
In accordance with still another aspect of the present invention, improved AlGaAs buried heterostructures can be fabricated by a similar technique using As-doped silicon films.
These and other objects and attainments together with a fuller understanding of the invention will become apparent and appreciated by referring to the following descriptions and claims taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings which illustrate by way of example and not limitation preferred embodiments of the invention and wherein like reference numerals denote like or corresponding parts.
In the drawings:
FIG. 1 is a cross-section of a desirable index-guided AlGaInP laser diode fabricated by IILD;
FIGS. 2A and 2B are cross-sections of improved AlGaInP laser diodes fabricated in accordance with the invention;
FIG. 3 is a schematic cross-section of a heterostructure prior to carrying out the IILD step.
Although silicon IILD is well developed in AlGaAs, it is not so well understood in (AlGa)0.5 In0.5 P. Despite AlGaInP heterostructures having been intermixed by zinc 2-4!, silicon 5!, and vacancy 6! diffusions, a high performance AlGaInP laser diode has not yet been realized through an intermixing process. Indeed, the first description of silicon IILD of AlGaInP laser diode heterostructures 5! exhibited a high density of crystalline defects, probably related to lattice mismatch, which led to very high thresholds and low efficiency. An important objective of the invention is an IILD process for AlGaInP which does not introduce defects and maintains lattice matched compositions.
We have found that a low temperature, low pressure, PECVD process is preferred for the deposition of As- or P-doped IILD source films. A preferred composition of the IILD source film is As- or P-doped Si, or As- or P-doped Si3 N4. A temperature range of 200�-600� C. is preferred. The vapor sources can be SiH4,AsH3, and PH3, at a pressure of 0.01-10 Torr, 1.0 Torr being preferred. Layer thicknesses are in the range of 100-2000 Å, with 800 Å preferred. Typical gas compositions can be a carrier gas such as Ar, N2 or H2, an active species containing Si, such as silane, and an active species containing P or As, such as phosphine or arsine. Preferably, the gas composition contains at least 0.1% of each of the active species, but it can be as high as 99+% of either of the active species. Flow rates can vary between 50-200 sccm.
When the film was As-doped Si3 N4, we found during tests that the arsenic content of the films grown even in a low pressure organo-metallic vapor-phase epitaxy (OMVPE) reactor was equal to, or higher than, that grown in the more conventional high pressure (atmospheric pressure) reactor. In particular, the arsenic doping was higher than 20% up to as high as 32%, compared to about 7% for the films made in the more conventional reactor. The arsenic concentration was higher for higher AsH3 flow during deposition. Likewise, the index of the deposited film also tends to increase with higher arsenic doping. Hence, while the low temperature low pressure PECVD reactor is preferred, it is within the scope of our invention to use a high-temperature low-pressure OMVPE reactor because of the higher doping content of the deposited source films.
There are several ways in which the process of the invention can be carried out. For AlGaAs diodes, the silicon:As diffusion source can be applied directly to the surfaces of a structure similar to that of FIG. 1 overlying the wing regions 18, 19 to be formed. For the fabrication of a laser array, with side-by-side individually-addressable diodes, a masking layer is first provided, and windows opened before deposition of the silicon:As layer. Preferably, a capping layer is provided over the Si:As layer.
As an example of one method, a masking layer of Si3 N4 doped with As was provided on a structure similar to that of FIG. 1 before formation of the diffused p+ region 21.
After deposition of the Si3 N4 :As, the film was patterned into 2 μm stripes on 4 μm centers. The Si:As diffusion source and a Si3 N4 :As capping layer were then deposited in a low-pressure reactor. Subsequently, the sample was annealed for 4 hours at 840� C. The resulting diodes demonstrated that the IILD capability for AlGaAs had been reproduced in a low pressure reactor. We also note that the arsenic concentration in these source and barrier films was considerably higher (32% arsenic in Si3 N4) than the range disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 4,727,556.
Subsequent experiments with Si3 N4 :P indicated that the phosphorus content was approximately 30% in the Si3 N4 (and probably higher in the silicon source film, since the same SiH4 and PH3 flows for film deposition are used for both Si and Si3 N4 but the growth rate is lower for Si because the NH3 is not flowing). Again, this concentration is greater than the range prescribed in the earlier referenced '556 patent.
Subsequently, defect-free IILD was successfully performed on both AlGaAs and AlGaInP heterostructures, with phosphorus-doped source and barrier (capping) films.
We also found that the phosphorus-doped Si:P and Si3 N4 :P films worked well for IILD of an arsenide (AlGaAs/GaAs) superlattice. In this case, it was necessary to heat to the deposition temperature of 750� C. without any phosphorus overpressure (flowing phosphine during the heat-up results in conversion of the arsenide surface to a phosphide, thereby leading to surface defects during IILD). We also expect that heat-up in an AsH3 ambient would also work well. In contrast, for the reverse case of arsenic-doped source and barrier films used to intermix AlGaInP layers, very high defect concentrations resulted in previous experiments. This is believed to be a consequence of the relatively low decomposition temperature of GaInP. At a temperature of 750� C., which is above the congruent sublimation temperature of GaInP, a group V overpressure is required to prevent decomposition of GaInP. However, using arsine in the atmospheric pressure reactor could lead to conversion of the GaInP to GaInAsP, accompanied by the creation of misfit dislocations.
Defects are likewise introduced when P-doped IILD films are deposited upon a GaInP surface heated without a PH3 overpressure (however Al0.6 Ga0.4 !0.5 In0.5 P and AlInP can be heated to 750� C. in H2, because their decomposition temperature is higher than that of GaInP). Thus, based on the low congruent sublimation temperature of GaInP compared to GaAs, it can now be understood why phosphorus-doped sources work well for IILD of AlGaAs layers, while arsenic-doped films lead to defects during IILD of AlGaInP layers. As long as the phosphide samples are first heated in PH3, however, then the congruent sublimation temperature becomes irrelevant and IILD films can be deposited and annealed for defect-free, intermixed heterostructures, as previously demonstrated for AlGaAs. Although we have demonstrated defect-free IILD of AlGaInP only using P-doped films, we believe that As-doped films will also work, so long as the AlGaInP are first heated in a PH3 ambient; then, when the silane is introduced inLo the reactor, it will be possible to replace the phosphine with arsine to produce an As- and Si-doped film.
Summarizing, our experments indicate that, in a low pressure deposition process for the IILD source film, when the deposition temperature is low, below the congruent sublimation temperature of the heterostructure superlattice, such as obtains in a PECVD reactor, then no phosphorus overpressure need be used during film deposition. However, under otherwise the same condition, when the deposition temperature is high, above the congruent sublimation temperature, such as obtains in an MOVCD reactor, then a phosphorus overpressure is needed.
It was demonstrated previously 7! that intermixing of a GaAs layer into an AlGaInP layer will dislocate the structure. This is because the intermixing occurs more rapidly on the group-III sublattice, resulting in very large deviations from lattice match. This is especially a problem with respect to the GaAs cap layer which is typically included in AlGaInP structures for ohmic contacting. In accordance with a further aspect of our invention, we provide AlGaInP laser diode structures which can be intermixed to fabricate lasers. Examples of these are shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B.
The first structure is an all-phosphide laser, built on a GaAs substrate 25 by conventional epitaxial processes, comprising a lower cladding layer 26 of AlGaInP, AlGaInP confining layers 27,28 for a QW active region 29 of AlGaInP, and an upper AlGaInP cladding layer 30. The cap layer 31, in this case GaInP, is used to reduce the series resistance of the metal contact layers that are subsequently provided after IILD is carried out. As is conventional, all the semiconductive materials below the QW layer 29 are n-type, and all the layers above the QW layer 29 are p-type. The structure shown is a typical AlGaInP quantum well laser structure before IILD, but without a GaAs cap layer. As described above, the GaAs cap is excluded because it will cause severe dislocations upon intermixing. Although the contact resistance may be higher without the GaAs cap, the diode voltage is still tolerable, and is increased by less than one volt. To fabricate an IILD laser from this type of structure in an MOVCD, the phosphorus-doped silicon source and Si3 N4 barrier films are deposited subsequent to heat-up in a PH3 /H2 ambient overpressure.
Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 2B, a very thin (<100 Å) GaAs cap layer 33 could be included, so long as its thickness is less than the critical value for misfit dislocation formation during IILD 8!. In this case, IILD could also be performed with the more common arsenic-doped Si and Si3 N4 films; and the inclusion of a thin GaAs cap layer could permit a lower contact resistance.
One important difference between IILD in AlGaInP compared to AlGaAs is the diffusion rate, which is slower in AlGaInP. While an AlGaAs structure can be intermixed to a depth of about 1 μm in 4 hours at 850� C., an AlGaInP structure was intermixed to a depth of less than 1/2 μm in 24 hours at the same temperature. The stronger bond between phosphorus and group-III atoms, compared to the bond strength between arsenic and group-IIIs, is likely responsible for the slower rate of silicon diffusion in AlGaInP. Consequently, it is estimated that the typical AlGaInP IILD laser would require anneals in excess of 10 days at 840� C. To overcome the slow diffusion, two options may be employed: (1) shallow IILD laser structures which require <5000 Å intermixing depths 9!; and (2) IILD at higher temperatures.
Speeding-up the diffusion via option (2) through anneals at higher temperature is preferred, since improved performance is obtained with an index-guided, planar AlGaInP lasers having a deeper (1-1.5 μm) IILD. Our experiments have indicated that by annealing at 900� C. for 24 hours, silicon diffuses about 1.5 μm into the p-type AlGaInP representing the upper half of a visible laser diode structure. This is deep enough for IILD of a typical laser active region; however, growing material with thinner cladding layers, to minimize the IILD depth, is a further option.
Since the elevated temperature activates the diffusion process as expected, even higher temperature anneals (above 900� C.) will further accelerate the IILD, thereby allowing the AlGaInP laser IILD sequence to be shortened to 8 hours, typical of the AlGaAs laser process. Although an upper limit to the IILD temperature has not yet been determined for AlGaInP, it is clear that 900� C. is viable, and higher temperatures are expected to work well. For similar reasons, the larger phosphorus (and arsenic) content of the IILD films described here are also considered important.
Summarizing the most important aspects of the method of the invention for fabricating improved AlGaInP and AlGaAs heterostructures using IILD:
1. effectiveness of P-doped Si/Si3 N4 films for defect-free IILD;
2. defect-free silicon-IILD of AlGaInP heterostructures;
3. defect-free silicon-IILD of AlGaAs heterostructures, using phosphorus-doped source and barrier films;
4. arsenic- and phosphorus-content greater than 20% for more effective decomposition suppression;
5. temperatures greater than the 900� C. for shorter IILD diffusion times.
The invention is generally applicable to the fabrication of all III-V heterostructure lasers by IILD comprising phosphorus or arsenic superlattices. The composition and thickness of the various layers can be conventional, except where otherwise indicated in the above description. For completeness sake, to assist those skilled in the art in carrying out the invention, the table below lists some representative preferred examples of planar heterostructures fabricated in accordance with the invention, though it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to those examples.
______________________________________Layer Composition Thickness______________________________________Lower cladding1* n-AlGaInP 0.5-1.5 μm2* n-GaAlAs 0.5-1.5 μmConfinement (for total confinement thickness)1 AlGaInP 1-500 nm2 GaAlAs 1-500 nmActive1 GaInP 2-50 nm2 GaAs 2-50 nmUpper cladding1 p-AlGaInP 0.1-1.5 μm2 p-GaAlAs 0.1-1.5 μmCap1 p-GaInP 1-200 nm2 p-GaAs 1-200 nm______________________________________ *1 means Pheterostructure; 2 means Asheterostructure
The IILD layers are Si:P or Si:As (with P/As content preferably exceeding 20 atomic %), thickness 1-20 nm, capped by Si3 N4 :P or Si3 N4 :As (with P/As content preferably exceeding 20%), thickness 10-100 nm, deposited epitaxially in a low-pressure, PECVD reactor. Typical diffusion times to create the intermixed regions are 8-20 h at 900�-1000� C. Following intermixing it is preferred to provide a shallow Zn diffusion to produce a p+ region over the intermixed regions, which are typically n-type due to the Si donors, to avoid leakage currents. Conventional contact metals are applied, and the structure cleaved, front and back, to provide the usual mirrors to form an optical cavity. Where laser arrays are needed, side-by-side lasers are fabricated in a common wafer and suitable isolation provided between adjacent emitting regions to restrict lateral photon and carrier flows.
The resultant planar structure will appear as in FIG. 1, except that the cap layer 16 is preferably constituted of GaInP (FIG. 2A) or superposed layers of GaInP and GaAs (FIG. 2B). When the latter is employed, the GaAs layer thickness preferably does not exceed 100 Å.
FIG. 3 illustrates a heterostructure for the fabrication of a laser array at a point in the fabrication process after deposition of the disordering layer but before the actual IILD diffusion step. In FIG. 3, numeral 40 denotes the heterostructure below the cap layer 31 corresponding to the FIG. 2 example. A P-doped silicon nitride layer 41, which acts as a barrier to silicon diffusion, has been deposited and patterned to form windows 42 where the intermixed regions are to be formed. The active laser stripes designated by arrows 43, will ultimately be formed under the masked nitride layer portions 41. Over the patterned nitride are deposited P-doped silicon 45 and silicon nitride 46 films. Following processing, Si diffuses into the heterostructure regions underlying the windows 42 to form the desired intermixed regions.
It will be appreciated that all the layers in the heterostructure 40 including cap layer 31 are epitaxial to the substrate and are generally lattice matched to the substrate, though it may be desirable for certain applications for there to be minor lattice misfits of the thin active layer to the substrate so that it exhibits a desired tensile or compressive stress to control its wavelength and polarization. For the AlGaInP system, lattice matching is generally maintained by using layer compositions in which the indium content is substantially uniform at or near 50%. The nitride and silicon layers are not epitaxial and are probably amorphous, though this is not essential to the invention. Heating to the diffusion temperature or to the pre-anneal temperature can be carried out in a conventional oven, or selectively using known laser heating.
The PECVD reactor is conventional. Reactors for this purpose have been described, for example, in reference 10!. The OMVPE reactor is also conventional and has been described, for example, in reference 11!.
While the invention has been described in conjunction with specific embodiments, it will be evident to those skilled in the art that many alternatives, modifications and variations will be apparent in light of the foregoing description. Accordingly, the invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications and variations as fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.
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Federal Register notice issued by NIST, on behalf of NSTC Sub-Committee on Standards, invites interested parties to provide perspectives on effectiveness of federal agency participation in development and implementation of standards and conformity assessment activities. Sub-Committee seeks to develop information on how Federal agencies may engage more effectively in U.S. standardization system in manner that is consistent with National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995. Read More
NEMA Export Initiatives recognized by Department of Commerce.December 15, 2010
NEMA was selected to support Department of Commerce event, Partnering to Double Exports, which focused on National Export Initiative to double exports in 5 yr. Hosted by Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Gary Locke, event also focused on Market Development Cooperator Program and included Nicole Lamb-Hale as moderator of presentations by 3 organizations that detailed their programs. NEMA's Gene Eckhart covered agency's projects over past decade which aim to boost exports of members. Read More
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As guest speaker at December 2 meeting of ANSI Board of Directors, Nicole Lamb-Hale spoke about International Trade Administration (ITA) efforts to create US job growth through expansion of exports. She also highlighted ways by which ANSI and its members can help strengthen competitive position of US industry abroad. Art Cote, chairman of ANSI Board of Directors, said that Lamb-Hale's insightful remarks underscored importance of standardization community's efforts. Read More
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NEMA has published ANSI/NEMA MW 1000-2008 Revision 2-2010 Magnet Wire, which adds solderability requirements for specifications MW 28-C, MW 82-C, and MW 83-C that use IEC multiplier approach for determining solder bath immersion times. Refrigerant Extraction Test has been updated to reference table of properties for selected alternative refrigerants to R22. Produced by NEMA's Magnet Wire Section, standard offers general requirements, product specifications, and test procedures for magnet wire. Read More
Lyman Award honors Douglas Barrie for aviation journalism.December 15, 2010
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ELFA supports investment incentives in year-end tax bill.December 15, 2010
According to statement made by William G. Sutton, ELFA CAE, President, and CEO, ELFA commends inclusion of the full 100% expensing for qualified capital investments, including investments in plants and equipment, for 2011 and 50% deduction for 2012 as key component of year-end tax package between the President and congressional negotiators. In addition, ELFA applauds extension of the international tax provision for active financial services income for 2 years through December 31, 2011. Read More
ASTM Skin Effects Standard aids consumer product evaluation.December 14, 2010
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GEMI welcomes CSX Transportation to organization's membership.December 14, 2010
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Had anyone else been wondering?
Had anyone else been wondering?
"I am your child from the future. I'm sorry I didn't tell you this earlier." - Dylan Easton
But hey we got Ortiz for him
Go Gators!
I wonder if his dad still looks in on the board. Great member of the redzone family..........
I thought Dustin's dad passed away? Am I wrong?
Grape works as a soda. Sort of as a gum. I wonder why it doesn't work as a pie. Grape pie? There's no grape pie. - Larry David
No, sadly he passed away.
"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
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It's pretty funny that some were led to believe that Ortiz looked like he would be the Reds number 1 starter at the time of the trade.
I didn't like the trade than and I still don't like it now.
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Hello. I forward here a problem which affects my colleagues:
We connect from linux to a windows 2003 server standard edition (which is a few thousands kilometers away) using the following command line:
rdesktop -u username -a 16 windows -f -K
The server is set up to keep user applications running in case of disconnect.
If the rdesktop window is killed (for instance if the internet link has a problem), on the next connection attempt the server will display no running applications (as if all were closed on exit)
Note: when connecting/disconnecting from windows, the applications stay alive.
Also they are still alive when connecting from linux after being connected from windows.
Tests have been conducted using
- rdesktop-1.3.1; on several machines we used the rpm provided in the Fedora Core 1/2 kit; on a few others which run RH 7.3 we compiled a source rpm described by:
Name : rdesktop Relocations: (not relocateable)
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Release : 3 Build Date: Sat 02 Oct 2004 02:47:01 PM EEST
Install date: (not installed) Build Host: sh2004.itonet.co.jp
- the CVS version downloaded on 12.01.2005
Has anyone else seen this behavious? Any solution or workaround?


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A problem far more pressing for the dynasty was the Taiping revolt, which ran from 1850 to 1864 and left tens of millions dead.
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China, the world's biggest coal producer and consumer, has ordered that 2011 contract prices to supply the fuel to power stations be frozen at this year's levels to curb inflation.
China, the world's biggest user and producer of coal, will limit domestic output and consumption of the commodity in the five years through 2015 to reduce pollution and curb reliance on the fuel.
Chinese thermal coal producers are unlikely to oppose Glencore International Plc's plan to combine with Xstrata Plc because the nation's supply of the fuel is diverse, said the China Coal Transport and Distribution Association.
China's driest weather in decades is threatening river transport of power-station coal to eastern Jiangsu province, Beijing Times said, without citing anyone.
China's coal imports were near November's record high last month, and its foreign coal purchases increased 11 percent in 2011, according to data from the China Coal Transport and Distribution Association.
Power-station coal prices at Qinhuangdao port, a Chinese benchmark, fell for the first time in three months after stockpiles of the fuel surged and the government called for stability in the cost of commodities.
China's benchmark thermal-coal price fell for the first time in three months, dropping from a three- year high as utilities finished building stockpiles for winter.
Chinese coal for generating power is at its cheapest in eight months relative to Australia's after the government in Beijing froze prices to curb inflation and the worst flooding in Queensland since 1974 disrupted imports.
A cold front moving across China may damage crops and boost demand for heating fuels, potentially boosting coal prices trading at their highest level in more than two months. Cotton jumped to a record.
"In the case of coal, China now has too much and needs to export its surplus to reduce pressure on the domestic market."
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Aloha! Please read some of the 106 + reviews. They rate my 800 sq. ft. Beachfront Resort, partial ocean view condo/home an average 4.9 stars. There are another 32 4.9 star guest reviews that no longer count. Year after year my guest's say it all. They will return & recommend my home as a great place to rent.
I rent my home when I travel (30-40% of the year). It is your home away from home & may be the best deal on the Island. You vacation in what I provide myself & get to use all my stuff, 2 flats screen TV's, 2 stereos, 2 DVD's & the only 1 bedroom with 2 air conditioners. I leave my full kitchen & condiments, all paper products, foil, baggies, soaps, shampoos, conditioner, laundry, dish detergents & more you will not have to buy. You use my beach towels, beach chairs, coolers & more.
My rate is for 2 people. Additional people regardless of age are $15 a night per person. It rents by the night & 2 or 3 nights is OK when they are at the end or before another rental or my stays.
NO SMOKERS, PLEASE!! I do not rent to smokers including outside smokers. Thank you for not inquiring, the answer is NO! My home is smoke & smoke smell free.
Your second floor 800 square foot Unit # C 4 is not just a rental! It is my personal very upgraded & exceptionally well equipped home when I am not traveling for business, sailing or softball. It is your home away from home & will provide you with a relaxing, warm, comfortable wonderful vacation, honeymoon or anniversary, as it does for me when I return. All the closets & dresser drawers are empty. I leave have no clothes there. (This question comes up)..
Kauai Beach Villas Resort includes both Wyndham Resort with 3/4 of the condos & the Kauai Beach Hotel ONE ROOM STUDIOS (formerly Hilton Hotel rooms). It is one of the most exclusive & secluded Oceanfront resorts on the island.
Your home is the most centrally located & convenient to everything on the island. Only 5 minutes from the airport, 5 - 10 minutes from either end of Lihue or Kapaa & half way either direction (30 - 45 minutes) to the North or South shores of Poipu & Princeville.
THIS IS NOT A CONVERTED HOTEL ROOM TO A STUDIO with a small refrigerator & microwave & a bunch of additional fee's. it is a complete condo with full kitchen, bath & bedroom.
I am one of few the private owners for 16 years.I rent my home with all my things for you to use when I travel & that is 2/3 of the year. I usually can adjust my travel to accommodate most rental requests.
Your resort is a half mile off the main road & located on a 3 mile long secluded beach that runs from the next door famous Wailua Golf Course to Lydgate Park.
There is a $105 checkout cleaning fee for up to 9 days. If over 9 there are interim cleaning fees of $70. 10 days - 5th day, 11 -12 - 5th - 6th day, 13 - 14 - 7th day. Longer stays repeat. This protects my home & ensures cleanliness for the next guest.
There is a $75 management fee per stay. Hawaii requires on Island managers. I charge this separately as there is no fair way to do this by the night. Shorter stays pay more & longer stays pay less per night.
There is a refundable $150 security deposit. Or you can buy VBRO's coverage.
My $900 a month HOA dues covers all resort & parking fees. You use the full resort, pool, Jacuzzi, tennis courts, BBQ's, beach & hotel facilities (the spa & fitness is extra). They are all a 1 minute walk. PARKING is in front of my condo.
I accept payments at PayPal & VBRO & credit cards at both. Either is fine to use. I prefer & give a 2% discount on the rental night cost (not cleaning, tax or deposit) for using PayPal. Both are guaranteed & secure.
For 16 years I've worked at making my condo & your home away from home a nicely decorated & highly upgraded home for myself & my guests. It has imported Italian tile, Berber carpeting, solid hand varnished mahogany doors, Hunter Douglas Blinds, real wood cabinets, gourmet kitchen, granite counters, 2 air conditioners, 2 LED HD Flat screen TV's, 2 DVD's, 2 stereos & more.
Your full living room has a remote ceiling fan, air conditioning, queen sofa bed comfortable cushioned chair & ottoman, 32' Flat Screen LED HD TV & 74 channels, stereo, DVD, books & a few games with a small but nice partial ocean view.
Your lanai has the same view, a cushioned 2 seat bistro set & cushioned chaise lounge.
Your bedroom has also has a remote ceiling fan, air conditioning, a king firm bed with a 3' memory foam topper that can be removed for those who prefer to make it firmer. You sleep in 600 thread count sheets. There are 4 pillows 2 firm & 2 medium. You have a 24' Flat Screen LED HD TV with the 74 channels, DVD, stereo.
This is the only 1 bedroom unit that has 2 air conditioners & two air purifiers.
Your large gourmet kitchen is better equipped than many homes. I like to cook & bake. There is filtered water at the sink & in the refrigerator & ice maker. There are lots of pots & pans, baking pans, corning ware, fine china, glasses, wine glasses, silverware a Martha Stewart knife set & lots of utensils. Appliances include a full stove & oven, 1100 watt above oven microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, blender, hand mixer, coffee maker, toaster, George Foreman Grill, waffle maker, popcorn maker, small food processor, rice cooker, steamer & blender. There's lots of other little stuff like a wine opener, mixing spoons and spatulas, full stove utensils, bowls, Tupperware & more.
There is a 4 cushioned chair separate dining area as well as a granite counter bar & 2 bar stools.
Your nicely decorated bath has brass fixtures, a bath tub & a raised Speakman shower for taller people. It's enclosed by floral brass trimmed sliding doors. There are a dozen great bath towels, hand towels & wash clothes & a hair dryer, shampoo, body wash & an electric vent fan.
Between the bath & bedroom is a separate very well lit vanity / desk area with 3 lights, a full make up mirror & a full length wall mirror. An Armoire with 2 drawers & large closet provides extra storage. This area makes it nice to sit & do your hair or makeup or whatever while others are in the bath or bedroom.
You have your own washer & dryer & all the soap & dryer sheets & the iron & ironing board.
For your trips to the beaches you have use of my rolling cooler that fits in a trunk or back seat, a cooler jug, 4 beach towels & one is extra large & 2 beach chairs.
You use my private internet for security & not the shared resort internet. It is 15 MB & has high speed wireless & also a 25 foot Ethernet cable.
There is NO regular telephone in the condo since 99% of people have cell phones & that added $15 a week to rentals & almost no one used it.
You get to use all my stuff, condiments, seasonings, foil, wraps, zip locks, laundry, dishwasher, hand, shampoo & body soaps, paper towels, toilet paper, tissue, small first aid kit, sewing kit & whatever else. You do not get starters & have to go & buy what you need. You get to use everything I have & that saves you money. If you run out my housekeeper will quickly get you more, but that rarely happens as we keep my home well stocked.
You have a small partial beach & ocean view that grows & shrinks between trimmings and is not guaranteed I have no control over Wyndham's maintenance. .
The beach, swimming pool, Jacuzzi (whirlpool) & BBQ's are a 1 minute or less walk.
The beach has magnificent morning sunrises, the picture you see on my listing is one of hundreds I have taken. The colors are as lovely as they can get & change everyday.
The resort landscaping is beautiful. There are ponds, waterfalls, fountains, geese, ducks, flowers & foliage to enjoy everywhere.
You are only 5 minutes from the airport & on the only two lane island highway. This makes it a very easy fast arrival & departure & adds time to your trip. No long drives to the North or South shores after a long tiring trip. For your departure you do not have to leave 4 or 5 hours before your flight to make sure there are no traffic jams or accidents on the one lane roads that cause you to miss your flight.
You are 5 minutes from Walmart at the beginning of Lihue & 10 minutes from the other end with Costco & Macy's & 10 minutes from Kapaa' the best grocery shopping on the island.
Once again. My condominium is Non-Smoking (cigarettes, cigars & marijuana (LOL - 2 of these joints were left in the safe!). This means NO SMOKERS of ANYTHING. PLEASE! If you smoke anything at all, plan to smoke on the Lanai or outside, please do not contact me or rent my home I do not want any smoke odor. If you violate this & special cleaning is needed you will loose your deposit, be liable for any additional fees to eliminate the odor, court costs & legal fees. Yes, I am serious about this. It is my home.
I like to be honest with every one & there is the Motocross race track at the end of the golf course than can make noise on weekends & holidays. The race track hours are Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays from 10am to 6pm & the race schedule can be seen at http://www.808kmra.com/race-schedule.html. Many guests have wondered over there & watched racing. But it can be noisy & it is only fair you know about it. Labor day weekend they hold two days of racing & a banquet.
PLEASE read in the additional location information:
1. The medical warnings for Microbials. Tropical islands world wide have these (mold & mildew). If you are sensitive or have allergies you may be bothered. Sometimes people do not think about this when planning a vacation & dreaming of the islands. I remind people just jog memories so no one gets sick.
2 West Nile Virus & Dengue Fever. Use mosquito repellent. These are present on the island & although it is rare cases have been reported.
3: Chicken Noise. They can wake you up early & are all over the island & scattered during the last major hurricane many years ago. They are birds & protected by law. They do make a great alarm clock for sunrises.
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I have a queen sofa bed. The resort has pool and Jacuzzi and tennis courts. The location is 5 minutes from the nicest public playground and swimming and snorkeling beach at Lydgate park. It's 7 minutes each way between the two biggest towns with movies....moreless
Digital cable in the living room with 74 channels ...moreless
There is a small beach and ocean view when Wyndham trims the trees and bushes properly. They were trimmed on 2/27/14 and it is there as of this date. ...moreless
The condo is 150 yards and 3 building from the Ocean and beach....moreless
There is a small beach and ocean view when Wyndham trims the trees and bushes properly. They were trimmed on 2/27/14 and it is there as of this date. ...moreless
The condo is 150 yards and 3 building from the Ocean and beach....moreless
My condo is at Kauai Beach Resort which includes Wyndham Villas Resort, the Kauai Beach Hotel & you have access to all facilities. Swimming pools, Jucuzzis, tennis courts, restaurants and more....moreless
There is a small beach and ocean view when Wyndham trims the trees and bushes properly. They were trimmed on 2/27/14 and it is there as of this date. ...moreless
The resort is on the water and the beach begins at the resort and is 3 miles long. It goes along the golf course all the way to Lydgate Park....moreless
Seats 4 and has cushioned chairs. There is a picture. There is also a 2 seat cushioned bistro set with table on the Lanai....moreless
Two A/C units, one in the living room and one in the bedroom. There are also two air purifiers....moreless
15 MB high speed cable secured wireless and also 25 foot wired....moreless
In the closet next to the kitchen. Dryer sheets are provided....moreless
15 MB high speed cable secured wireless and also 25 foot wired....moreless
Only the BEST! 600 thread count sheets and pillow cases, 2 sets for the king bed and two sets for the queen sofa sleeper. Extra pillows, 8 sets of towels, kitchen towels and beach towels....moreless
Really nice with a combination of Berber carpet and Italian tile. Comfy sofa bed, chair and ottaman, coffee and extra end and moveable tables, entertainment center, TV, Stereo....moreless
I do not have a phone in the unit. Everyone has cell phones and I would have to charge $2 a day more for a phone no one used....moreless
Lots of towels there are more than anyone can use....moreless
Stacked combo waher and dryer in the unit next to the kitchen. Laundry soap is provided....moreless
Lovely china, wine glasses, knife block, and much much more. Full pots and pans, wok, baking items....moreless
Nice white china, glasses, wine glasses, plastic glasses. Martha Stewart knife set. Corning ware. Lots more....moreless
Disposal, filtered water at the sink, e , popcorn maker, waffle iron, rice cooker, steamer, 6 quart dutch oven, George Forman grill, blender, food processor, hand mixer. Also condiments....moreless
Salt, pepper, garlic salt, powder, onion powder, basil, parsley, oregano, season salt, tomato ketchup, mustard, soy and Worcestershire sauces, aluminum foil, glad wrap, paper towels & toilet paper. ...moreless
There is a small beach & ocean view when Wyndham trims the trees & bushes properly. They were trimmed on 2/27/14 & its there as of this date. New cushioned 2 chair & table bistro set & chaise lounge....moreless
Loats of boating is available for fishing, sailing and sight seeing....moreless
Kauai has some of the best golf courses in the world. The condo is right next to the famous Wailua public golf course....moreless
Kayak tours are done on the rivers by different companies....moreless
Chaise Lounge with cushion, 2 cushioned seat bistro set and table....moreless
There are four different locations with grills all one minute from the unit....moreless
The condo has a nice pool steps away and the hotel has 3 pools and a sand bottom pool and a water slide....moreless
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Cancellation and Date Changes: No charge before 90 days or 12.85 weeks, $145 per change after. Cancellation 12.85 weeks: 10 -12 1 night, 8-10 2 nights, 6 -8 3 nights, 5 weeks 4 nights, 4 weeks 5 nights or 50% of the rental which ever is higher. Less than 4 weeks no cancellations. I try to be fair and if I am able to fill the cancelled space than the charge is $290 and the balance is refunded.
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Kauai Beach Villas, Wyndham Resort and the Kauai Beach Hotel (formerly Hilton) are one of the most exclusive and secluded Oceanfront resorts on the island.
There is a small beach and ocean view when Wyndham trims the trees and bushes properly. They were trimmed on 2/27/14 and it is there as of this date.
A COUPLE MEDICAL WARNINGS and Noise from Chickens and Dirt Bikes at the beach:
1. TROPICAL ISLAND Microbial's including MOLD and MILDEW exists for all property within 2000 feet of the ocean. It is nature. My condo is one of the very few that is treated for this monthly. I bought the machine to do it for my own health. It likely has least possible. t. But for Scammer's who rent for a week or two and then after a day complain and take 2 - 3 days to go to a different property where they do the same and demand a full refund to get few 3 - 4 free days at different properties do not bother here, your warned. I have been through it and learned about the scam. But AS A HEALTH WARNING to ANYONE WHO IS SENSITIVE OR HAS ALLERGIES TO MICROBIAL'S they SHOULD NOT RENT AT OCEANFRONT PROPERTIES and likely not vacation in tropical climates, Hawaii, Caribbean or others where it is everywhere in the rental cars, restaurants, properties and more.
2. WEST NILE VIRUS and DENGUE FEVER that causes an infection that is spread by certain kinds of mosquitoes exists on the islands. I recommended always going out with repellent on.
3. CHICKENS: For those who do not know this!!!! Kauai has tens of thousands of chickens and roosters all over the island,!!! This happened from the last hurricane years ago that scattered them everywhere. They make noise, often in the morning & are a great alarm clock so you do not miss the fantastic sunrises. There is nothing that can be done to reduce or eliminate them, it is part of the island experience. The chickens are birds and protected by law & are all over the island. So if you do not like that noise choose a different island. On the other hand every store has great Kauai chicken souvenirs.
4. I like to be honest with every one and there is the Motocross race track at the end of the golf course than can make noise on weekends. The race track rack hours are Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays from 10am to 6pm and the race schedule can be seen at http://www.808kmra.com/race-schedule.html. Many guests have wondered over there and watched racing. But it can be noisy and it is only fair you know about it. Labor day weekend they hold two days of racing and a banquet.
The resort is a half mile of the main road and 5 minutes from the airport and directly on a 3 mile long secluded beach that runs along the golf course.
Yet it is the most centrally located resort on the island 5 - 10 minutes to either end of Lihue or Kapaa and half way either direction North or South to Poipu and Princeville.
The resort is located on the 3 mile long secluded beach that runs along the famous Wailua Public Golf Course all the way to the famous Lydgate Park. It is one of the longest beaches on the island. It has magnificent sunrises.
The resort landscaping is beautiful and there are ponds, waterfalls, fountains, geese, ducks and foliage to enjoy.
My condo is only 5 minutes from the airport on the two lane highway making for a very easy, fast arrival and departure. No long drives to the North or South after a long tiring trip. For your departing flight you do not have to leave the North or South side 4 or 5 hours before your flight to make sure there are no traffic jams or accidents that cause you to miss your flight.
This is Kauai's best major resort and they located it at the best central location to see all of the island easily. It is in the middle of the east side and halfway between Princeville and Poipu. It is 5 minutes from Walmart at the beginning of Lihue and 10 minutes from the other end with Costco and Macy's and 10 minutes from Kapaa' the best grocery shopping on the island.
You are a 3 minute drive to the golf course entrance, 5 minutes to Lydgate Park and 5 minutes to the Wailua river.
Cinemas are in Lihue and Kapaa 10 minutes away in either direction.
Year Purchased: 2001
About the owner: Aloha! I'm 66 years young. I still work hard & play hard. I am an inventor. My machines and tools for Geosynthetic's are used world wide. My small manufacturing company is 37 years old. I travel for consulting on construction projects, sailing and softball. My small shop is in Northern CA & most of my employees have worked for me between 20 & 35 years. I do not even think of moving my manufacturing to where it would cost less. My staff deserves to keep their jobs in the US. I use all US suppliers. I am still an avid sailor & softball player. I have been on professional sailing teams & softball teams. I was a support staff member of 'Team Dennis Conner, Stars and Stripes Americas Cup Teams in the 1992 &1995. Yes that was me 20 years ago. I have less hair now! I still sail & play softball in events worldwide when someone wants to bring in the old 'ringer'!. I played semi pro softball for 13 years in the 1970's & 80's. I have never lost my batting eye, just the legs do not work like they used to, but I am still pretty fast ! The photo is of a recent walk off tournament winning hit on a team with mostly 20 and 30 year olds! For 30 years I was a well know sports trainer & therapist. I did this during Americas Cups & for other professional teams. I retired after a bad car accident in 2005 & some back & other surgeries over a couple years. I worked hard at my recovery designing my rehab. The doctors say I can do things that I should not be able to do! I regained my less than a body of a GOD & have returned to my active work life, sailing & softball. Many ball players call me the white haired old guy (ringer) you do not pitch to with men on base. Winning is in the mind! I believe that if I climb a tree, my natural instincts will take me out on the limb, I just know that if the limb breaks the tree will fall and the limb stay in the air! My condo represents me. I try to give more not less. I want your stay to be a winning experience.
Why the Owner Chose Lihue-Kalapaki:
I have been coming to Kauai since the 70's. This resort was built in 1980 and the hotel in 1984. They choose the best location on the island. it is convenient and yet very secluded. It is off the road a half mile and on a long secluded beach and in the best location on the island. Close to the airport for arriving and leaving. 5 to 10 minutes in either direction for Lihue or Kapaa the best shopping, groceries and restaurants. 30 minutes to Poipu or Princeville. The location is beautiful, the hotel has excellent food and bar. Great pools, Jacuzzi, tennis courts, BBQ's. Nothing on the island matches it. It is next to the famous public golf course. 5 minutes from Lydgate park. it is simply the best location on the island and a beautiful place to be. The sunrises are unparalleled. Arriving and departing at the airport is 5 minutes away on a two lane highway. You do not have to drive 30 to 45 minutes to get to your north or south condo or leave 4 or 5 hours a head of departure to make sure your not caught in a traffic jam or accident on a one lane road and miss your flight. The condo is well built and very spacious. I have stayed North and South and in between and there is no place like this on the island. I finally was able to buy one in 2001. I could have bought anywhere, but why settle for something less than this resort and location.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo:
This is my private home and not just a rental. You get to use all my stuff. But I keep no clothes there so all space is for your use. Please read the average 4.9 star ratings they say it all. Great kitchen, 2 air conditioners and two ceiling fans, 600 thread count sheets, lots of towels, my cooler and household items, laundry soap, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, beach towels, condiments and much more. I leave all of it for your use. That saves you money.
The morning magnificent sunrises are not a view from my condo but from the beach a 1 minute walk & are worth getting up for
The living room & 4 chair dinette with Berber carpet, Italian tile, Ent. Center.
Granite counters, wood cabinets. Italian tile, solid Mahogany varnished doors.
The kitchen has granite counter tops. Rear wood cabinets, filtered water at the sink, dishwasher, stove, refrigerator with ice mnaker and filtered water, full size microwave above the stove and lots of small appliances.
Firm king bed, 3' memory foam topper avail. ceiling fan, AC, dresser, closet, TV
The bathroom is remodeled and nicely tiled. the cabinet is real wood. There are plenty of towels. The toilet is raised and more comfortable. The door is a sold varnished mahogany for quit and beauty.
This vanity / desk area is next to the bathroom making a convenient area for dressing and make up.
There is a small beach and ocean view when Wyndham trims the trees and bushes properly. They were trimmed on 2/27/14 and it is there as of this date
The grounds are beautiful with fountains, ducks, geese and lovely foliage everywhere.
This is the pool and Jacuzzi and BBQ's at the pool 30 seconds from the condo.
The tennis courts were just redone.
This is part of the walk along the beach and golf course that goes for 3 miles to Lydgate Park.
The comfy living room has A ceiling fan & air conditioner. queen sofa bed, Sealy 6' mattress, chair & ottoman, art, plants, 32' HD TV & stereo & books in the entertainment center.
I just added a new 32' LED HDTV and new DVD player in the living room.
Full Stove/Oven. Microwave, Refrig, filtered ice/water, granite, wood cabinets.
The dining set has cushions and looks out over the lanai. Hunter Douglas blinds are in the unit. Behind the mirrored doors is the washer and dryer.
Dresser, desk vanity with mirror & new 24' LED HDTV & DVD player in the bedroom.
The shower has flowered glass doors for brass privacy and the shower is raised with an arm and a Speakman shower head.
The washer and dryer are behind the mirrored doors and I leave the soap and dryer sheets for you.
The Lanai has a 2 cushioned chair bistro set & chaise lounge to look at the view
The hotel has three pools, Jacuzzi's, a sand bottom pool, water slide and serves drinks at the poolside bar and food from the restaurant.
This is the sand bottom pool at the hotel and waterslide.
The resort is secluded. it is a half mile off the main highway and sits next to the famous Wailua public golf course. The beach begins here and runs all along the golf course to Lydgate park.
A 3 mile secluded beach begins at a park next to the resort & goes to Lydgate PK
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