Growth and Characterization of Optical Waveguides for 10.6 micrometer Light
Abstract
The growth and subsequent optical characterization of single crystal Ge fibers for transmission at 10.6 micrometers is described. Single crystal Ge fibers 0.007 to 0.020 inch in diameter were grown by a laser-heated floating zone technique. The technique was shown to be effective for producing optical quality fibers with absorption coefficients as low as 0.06/cm, or 0.26 db/cm at 10.6 micrometers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 30, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA005635
Entities
People
- John S. Haggerty
- William L. Robbins
Organizations
- Arthur D. Little