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    Area of Science:

    • Laser Physics
    • Quantum Optics
    • Materials Science

    Background:

    • Solid-state lasers offer precise cavity control for generating complex light patterns.
    • Laguerre-Gaussian (LG) modes are crucial for applications in optical trapping, communication, and microscopy.
    • Microcavity lasers provide a compact platform for studying light-matter interactions and mode dynamics.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To experimentally investigate the comprehensive transformation process of Laguerre-Gaussian (LG) transverse multimodes.
    • To explore the influence of cavity control on generating stable and transitional LG multimode patterns.
    • To identify key parameters affecting LG multimode generation in a diode-pumped Nd:YVO4 microcavity laser.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing a diode-pumped Neodymium-doped Yttrium Orthovanadate (Nd:YVO4) microcavity laser.
    • Implementing agile cavity control to manipulate laser modes.
    • Systematically varying parameters such as cavity structure, absorber presence, and pump power.

    Main Results:

    • Observed abundant experimental phenomena of relatively complete LG transverse multimode transformations.
    • Successfully generated both stable and transitional LG multimode patterns.
    • Identified cavity structure, absorber, and pump power as critical factors influencing pattern generation.

    Conclusions:

    • Agile cavity control in solid-state microcavity lasers facilitates rich LG multimode dynamics.
    • The study provides a comprehensive understanding of LG multimode transformation processes.
    • This work contributes to the development of advanced laser sources with tailored spatial light profiles.