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Electrooptically Q-switched CO(2) waveguide laser.

S Marcus, G M Carter

    Applied Optics
    |March 10, 2010
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    High-power carbon dioxide (CO2) waveguide lasers were Q-switched at high frequencies, achieving up to 345 kHz. This demonstrates efficient power extraction for pulsed laser applications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Optics and Photonics
    • Laser Physics
    • Gas Lasers

    Background:

    • Continuous wave (cw) carbon dioxide (CO2) waveguide lasers offer high power output.
    • Electro-optic Q-switching is a technique for generating pulsed laser output.
    • Efficient power extraction in pulsed lasers often requires high pulse repetition frequencies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the Q-switching performance of a high-power CO2 waveguide laser.
    • To determine the maximum achievable pulse repetition frequencies.
    • To analyze the factors affecting efficient power extraction in the Q-switched mode.

    Main Methods:

    • A 13 W cw CO2 waveguide laser was utilized.
    • Electro-optic Q-switching was implemented.
    • Repetitive Q-switching was performed at various frequencies up to 345 kHz with a 20% duty cycle.

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  • A simplified theoretical model was developed and applied.

    • Main Results:

    • The laser was successfully Q-switched at rates up to 108 kHz continuously and up to 345 kHz with a 20% duty cycle.
    • Efficient power extraction necessitated operation at significantly higher pulse repetition frequencies compared to low-pressure lasers.
    • The developed theory accurately described the observed behavior.

    Conclusions:

    • High-power CO2 waveguide lasers can be effectively Q-switched at high pulse repetition frequencies.
    • Operating at elevated frequencies is crucial for efficient pulsed power extraction in these systems.
    • The findings provide valuable insights for the design and application of pulsed high-power gas lasers.