THE USE OF INTENSE PINCH DISCHARGES FOR LASER ILLUMINATION,
Abstract
Results so far indicate a) Pinch discharge light sources provide excellent means for laser pumping with increased efficiency in comparison to conventional light sources in particular in the spectral range below 5000A. b) For the first time high repetition rates are feasible which are necessary for certain military applications. The fast pinch discharge mechanism also may eliminate the need for mechanical or electronic Q - spoiling and simplifies the system. c) For each laser material the light source should be tailored for optimum performance. It might also be possible to develop new laser materials matching the particular properties of pinch discharges. For example, intense radiation in the ultraviolet is expected at high degrees of ionization. Therefore new laser materials with absorption bands in the UV become promising. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0612118
Entities
People
- J. J. Kainz
- J. J. Sullivan
- R. G. Buser
Organizations
- United States Army Communications-Electronics Command