Abstract
We describe the first observation of single-line operation of cw atomic xenon lasers at Watt-level output powers. Single frequency output powers of 3.5 W on the 2.03 µm line and 780 mW on the 3.51 µm line have been observed. The single line performance of the laser is compared with observations made during multi-line operation. An explanation for the observed behaviour is proposed involving the suppression of line competition and the selective quenching and pumping of relevant transitions. © 1997 Elsevier Science B.V.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 244-248 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Optics Communications |
| Volume | 142 |
| Issue number | 4-6 |
| Publication status | Published - 15 Oct 1997 |
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Morley, R. J., Wendland, J. J., Baker, H. J., & Hall, D. R. (1997). Single line operation and line competition effects in RF discharge excited cw Xe lasers. Optics Communications, 142(4-6), 244-248.