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D Kopf, U Keller, M A Emanuel

    Optics Letters
    |January 15, 1997
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    We achieved 1.1-W continuous-wave output power from a diode-laser array-pumped chromium-doped lithium strontium aluminum germanium oxide (Cr:LiSAF) laser. This method enables efficient pumping of low-gain solid-state lasers with reduced heat.

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    Area of Science:

    • Laser Physics
    • Materials Science
    • Photonics

    Background:

    • Low-gain solid-state lasers are challenging to pump efficiently.
    • Diode-laser pumping offers advantages but can increase operational temperature.
    • Chromium-doped lithium strontium aluminum germanium oxide (Cr:LiSAF) is a promising laser medium.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To demonstrate high output power from a diode-laser array-pumped Cr:LiSAF laser.
    • To present a novel pumping concept for low-gain solid-state lasers.
    • To analyze power scaling and evaluate diode pump sources.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a diode-laser array for pumping a Cr:LiSAF laser.
    • Implemented a pumping strategy to minimize temperature rise.
    • Investigated the relationship between diode power and laser output power.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved 1.1-W continuous-wave (cw) output power.
    • Demonstrated effective pumping of a low-gain Cr:LiSAF laser at reduced temperature.
    • Established a figure of merit for assessing diode pump sources.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed pumping concept is effective for high-power, low-gain solid-state lasers.
    • Diode-laser array pumping is a viable method for Cr:LiSAF lasers.
    • The defined figure of merit aids in selecting optimal diode pump sources.

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