Self-frequency conversion in nonlinear laser crystals

被引：53
作者：
Aka, G
Brenier, A
机构：
[1] Ecole Natl Super Chim Paris, Lab Chim Appl Etat Solide, UMR 7574, F-75231 Paris 05, France
[2] Univ Lyon 1, Lab Physicochim Mat Luminescents, UMR 5620, CNRS, F-69622 Villeurbanne, France
来源：
OPTICAL MATERIALS | 2003年 / 22卷 / 02期
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D O I：
10.1016/S0925-3467(02)00351-8
中图分类号：
T [工业技术];
学科分类号：
08 ;
摘要：
In the self-frequency doubling or summing laser, the fact that the same crystal is used for laser action and nonlinear frequency conversion leads to compact and robust devices which can be diode pumped. We present the results obtained with the main crystals involved in these devices at the present time: GdCOB:Nd, NYAB and NGAB. High efficiency is obtained from NYAB and NGAB but due to a favorable crystal growth and good mechanical as well as nonlinear and spectroscopic properties, GdCOB is an excellent candidate for low cost microchip lasers. In addition, we also give some data on Raman shifter type Nd3+-doped tungstate crystal. (C) 2002 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved.
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页数：6
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