Method and apparatus for operating a gas laser

Details Method and apparatus for operating a gas laser Method and apparatus for operating a gas laser

1982-02-22

1985-10-29

Sikes, William L.

Coherent light generators

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372 61, 372 87, 372 37, 372 64, 372 55, 372 33, H01S 322

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045504083

ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatuses for operating a gas laser which utilize the electrical discharge between the electrodes to increase gas circulation. In a first embodiment, electrical discharges cause a control current (pulse) which activates an electromechanical device disposed within a closed gas flow loop. The electromechanical device acts as a pump and effects gas exchange and heat dissipation with a minimum of elements. In other embodiments, electrical discharges cause pressure fluctuations which increase gas circulation without the use of mechanically moved parts. To this end, connecting lines that determine the direction of the flow are placed between the chambers in order to facilitate equalization of gas pressure. A flow circulation loop is thereby created in a quasi-passive manner when suitably constructed.

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patent: 4307350 (1981-12-01), Faray et al.
patent: 4414670 (1983-11-01), Limpaecher

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