Unstable Resonator Mirror Misalignment Measurements.
Abstract
Negative branch unstable resonators have the advantage over positive branch unstable resonators of not being as susceptible to mirror misalignment effects. Specifically, as a negative branch resonator mirror is misaligned, the angle at which lasing ceases is significantly larger. The theoretical cease lasing angle is derived using ray optics. The experimental cease-lasing angle is found to lie between this theoretical angle and the 'best case' angle.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA021060
Entities
People
- Harald O. Dogliani
- John J. Armstrong
Organizations
- United States Air Force Academy