SIGNAL PROPERTIES OF MONOLITHIC ND:YAG LASERS

S. Neuschaefer-Rube, W. Holzapfel, L. Hou
Abstract:
Monolithic Nd:YAG lasers are appropriate coherent light sources for measurement purposes. Measurement restrictions can be caused by laser signal instability. We discuss the influence of pump source, temperature and competing laser oscillations on signal properties of lasers with a linear resonator configuration and analyze some passive stabilization precautions. We conclude linear monolithic Nd:YAG lasers can provide high beat frequency stabilities which are comparable to optical stabilities of free-running nonplanar monolithic ring lasers.
Keywords:
photonic measurement, Nd:YAG Laser, signal stability
Download:
IMEKO-WC-2000-TC2-P047.pdf
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Event details
Event name:
XVI IMEKO World Congress
Title:

Measurement - Supports Science - Improves Technology - Protects Environment ... and Provides Employment - Now and in the Future

Place:
Vienna, AUSTRIA
Time:
25 September 2000 - 28 September 2000