E-Beam HCl Laser
Abstract
The feasibility of producing stimulated emission in the 3 to 5 micrometer wavelength band by direct electron impact excitation OF HYDROGEN CHLORIDE VIBRATIONAL LEVELS IS BEING INVESTIGATED THEORETICALLY AND EXPERIMENTALLY. Theoretical analysis predicts an optical gain coefficient in excess of 0.4%/cm. The importance of high electron density and low initial gas temperature is predicted. The results of electric discharge/laser experiments are described. Experiments have been conducted in 5% HCl/95% Argon mixtures at p=10 Torr in the e-beam sustained discharge. These conditions were insufficient to demonstrate stimulated emission.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 30, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0784500
Entities
People
- Barry R. Bronfin
- John A. Shirley
- Richard J. Hall
Organizations
- United Technologies Corporation