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This study demonstrates the first Ytterbium-doped Scandium Silicate (Yb:SSO) thin-disk laser. The Yb:SSO thin-disk laser achieved 9.4 W output power with 25.4% optical efficiency.

Area of Science:

  • Laser Physics
  • Materials Science
  • Solid-State Lasers

Background:

  • Ytterbium-doped Scandium Silicate (Yb:SSO) is a promising gain medium.
  • Thin-disk laser architecture offers advantages in thermal management and scalability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate lasing of Yb:SSO in a thin-disk configuration for the first time.
  • To characterize the performance of the Yb:SSO thin-disk laser.
  • To investigate different resonator configurations for optimal output.

Main Methods:

  • Experimental setup of two resonator configurations: linear multimode and fundamental-mode folded.
  • Characterization of laser gain and small-signal gain using multimode resonator results.
  • Optimization of output power and efficiency in the fundamental-mode resonator.

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  • Successful lasing demonstration of Yb:SSO in a thin-disk laser.
  • Calculation of gain and small-signal gain for the Yb:SSO sample.
  • Achieved 9.4 W output power with 25.4% optical efficiency in a fundamental-mode resonator with double pass.

Conclusions:

  • The Yb:SSO crystal is suitable for thin-disk laser applications.
  • The fundamental-mode folded resonator with double pass is effective for high-power operation.
  • This work paves the way for further development of Yb:SSO thin-disk lasers.