Continuous "System-Level" Scale for Comparing Laser Gain Media
Abstract
Several quantities are proposed for facilitating a quantitative comparison of laser gain media, operating temperatures, pump, and laser wavelengths. They are based on the occupation probability of absorbing and emitting pump and laser levels. The "system level," l, has a numerical value coinciding with conventional usage of the terms two-, three-, and four-level systems. The "occupation factor" has a value from -1 to +1, and is appropriate for describing an optical amplifier in the small signal regime. It also ranges from -1 to +1, and is appropriate for describing an optical amplifier in the small signal regime.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2008
- Accession Number
- ADA493202
Entities
People
- Jeffrey O. White
Organizations
- United States Army Research Laboratory