Hydroxyl Radical Chemical Laser
Abstract
The reaction of H-atoms with O3 is known to result in the product molecule OH being in the ninth vibrational level. Such a high level of chemiexcitation could result in chemical laser action. The motivation for developing such a laser is (1) the wavelength at which lasing would occur has good atmospheric transmission, and (2) the reactants and products can be handled safely. In the present program, techniques were developed for generating large fluxes of H-atoms and O3-molecules. An apparatus was constructed for the demonstration of lasing; however, full testing could not be completed in this program. Lasing was not achieved.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADB023873
Entities
People
- H. M. Thompson
- J. W. Daiber
- J. W. Raymonda
Organizations
- Calspan