Laser mode-coupling via a pulsed modulator

Details Laser mode-coupling via a pulsed modulator Laser mode-coupling via a pulsed modulator

1989-06-05

1991-05-07

Gonzalez, Frank

Coherent light generators

Particular beam control device

Mode locking

372 12, 372 25, H01S 3098

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050142771

ABSTRACT:
A laser system wherein a pulsed switching signal is applied to the modulator to provide a mode-coupled output beam having spaced short pulses. The synchronized pulsed switching signal can be provided by an external driver and or by feedback from the laser beam.

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