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Phased laser array with tailored spectral and coherence properties

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OSTI ID:1015448
Architectures for coherently combining an array of fiber-based lasers are provided. By matching their lengths to within a few integer multiples of a wavelength, the spatial and temporal properties of a single large laser are replicated, while extending the average or peak pulsed power limit.
Research Organization:
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC52-07NA27344;
Assignee:
Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC (Livermore, CA)
Patent Number(s):
7,916,762
Application Number:
US Patent Application 12/472,564
OSTI ID:
1015448
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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