Abstract
A highly efficient multi-joule output TE-CO2 laser has been developed using a spiker-sustainer excitation method. With helium-free laser gas mixtures 5-J laser pulses have been produced at a pressure of 400 mbar with an energy output efficiency of 22.6%. The addition of small amounts of hydrogen to the gas mix has been found to enhance laser performance.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 71-74 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Review of Scientific Instruments |
Volume | 63 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1992 |