Optically Pumped Laser
Abstract
This report describes experimental and theoretical studies of a new technique for pumping high-pressure electric-discharge lasers. Using a new Corporate-owned pumping laser, several significant results were achieved. A clear demonstration of lasing on the 3371 A second positive transition in an optically-pumped electric discharge in a helium/nitrogen mixture was obtained. The peak uv signal was increased by three orders of magnitude over that obtained previously with the small TEA laser. Secondly, diffuse, high-electron-density, large-volume discharges were obtained in a geometry suitable for the incorporation of an optical cavity.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 15, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA016667
Entities
People
- Robert T. Brown
Organizations
- United Technologies Corporation