Coherent light generators – Particular beam control device – Control of pulse characteristics
Reexamination Certificate
2007-05-08
2010-02-16
Nguyen, Dung T (Department: 2828)
Coherent light generators
Particular beam control device
Control of pulse characteristics
C372S029022
Reexamination Certificate
active
07664149
ABSTRACT:
Apparatus, systems, and methods are provided that utilize a material inserted into a laser cavity such that the material has an optical length that varies as the laser cavity varies to keep the repetition rate constant. The material may provide auto-stabilization of the optical output form the laser cavity.
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Arissian Ladan
Diels Jean-Claude
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