A method for scaling end-pumped rod lasers to high output powers by employing multi-segmented crystals is presented. In first experiments, an output power of 137 W was achieved with 52% optical-to-optical efficiency.
Power scaling of diode end-pumped Nd:YAG lasers via multi-segmented rods
(CLEO). Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics, 2005. ; 1 ; 171-173 Vol. 1
2005-01-01
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Power Scaling of Diode End-Pumped Nd:YAG Lasers via Multi-Segmented Rods
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