Development of a High Efficiency Q-Switched Glass Laser Via Sol-Gel Processing.
Abstract
The sol-gel process is a logical choice for silica-based laser glasses, since it requires lower processing temperatures than traditional melt glass techniques, and allows good control of purity. This report describes attempts to prepare silica glasses containing neodymium or neodymium and erbium using sol-gel technology. A description of two different doping procedures is given, along with results. The materials produced were characterized and the spectral, thermal, and physical properties are reported. Fluorescence spectra and fluorescence lifetimes are given for three different materials prepared. Keywords include: Sol-gel, Neodymium, Erbium, Silica and laser glass.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 14, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA192301
Entities
People
- William V. Moreshead