UV Gas Laser Investigations
Abstract
An experimental and theoretical investigation of rare-gas halide lasers is described. Experiments were conducted in a coaxial, e-beam pumped device and in a transverse, e-beam sustained discharge. Highest laser energy extraction from KrF in the coaxial geometry was 33 J per liter at 12% efficiency. In the transverse device, 29 J per liter was obtained at 11% efficiency. Results are also reported for XeF, XeCl, and Ar-I2. Comprehensive theoretical modeling was performed, including electron and molecular kinetics and optical extraction. Considerations for scaling to higher powers are discussed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 30, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA058438
Entities
People
- J. B. West
- M. L. Bhaumik
- R. S. Bradford Jr.
- W. H. Long Jr.