A Review of Transverse and Axial Laser Modes,

Abstract

The resonant cavity is the prime factor affecting a laser's mode structure. Within the cavity, two types of oscillation can occur - transverse and axial. The axial modes directly affect the degree of monochromaticity, whereas the transverse modes principally affect the beam divergence, spot size, and maximum power density. Both types of modes are considered here. The relationship of resonant frequencies of the laser cavity to axial and transverse modes is explained. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1973
Accession Number
AD0775794

Entities

People

  • J. S. Kruger

Organizations

  • Harry Diamond Laboratories

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Cavity Resonators
  • Frequency
  • Laser Resonators
  • Lasers
  • Oscillation
  • Resonant Frequency
  • Resonators
  • Transverse

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Atmospheric Science / Meteorology, specifically Wind Wave Turbulence.
  • Optical Physics and Photonics.

Technology Areas

  • Directed Energy