Characterization of an HF-Pumped CO2 Laser.
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to characterize the performance of an optically pumped molecular laser and determine the effect of pump frequency on output power. Specifically, the P2(6) transition in a chemical HF laser is used to pump 12C1802 molecules from the ground state to the 101 vibrational energy level. A population inversion is established between the 101 and 100 energy levels and lasing action is achieved at 4.3 microns. The results of a theoretical analysis and an experimental study are used to maximize the system's performance, clarify the principles of operation, and to resolve discrepancies between theory and prior experimental observations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA111140
Entities
People
- Glen Paul Perram
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology