Basic Rules of Saturated Gain Variation in a Flowing Laser Cavity
Abstract
From numerical calculation, the basic rules of saturated gain coefficient variation with the field distribution along the flow direction in a Gas Dynamic Laser (GDL) cavity are presented. In connection with variations of vibrational energy and temperature of all modes, these rules are explained with the physical mechanism of relaxation of the active medium. It is pointed out that, for example, there still exists considerable vibrational energy which can be used for Gerry's device with 30 KW monomode output.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 08, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA196861
Entities
People
- Haixing Yan
- Zhongxiang Wu
Organizations
- National Air and Space Intelligence Center