Optimization and characterization of a high repetition rate, high intensity Nd:YLF regenerative amplifier

Journal Article · Thu Jun 20 04:00:00 EDT 1991 · Applied Optics; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1364/AO.30.002527· OSTI ID:5552515

Saeed, M; Kim, D; DiMauro, L F ^[1]

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1. Brookhaven National Laboratory, Chemistry Department, Upton, New York 11973 (USA)

Solid state regenerative amplifiers have proved to be a reliable source for producing stable millijoule pulses as short as a few picoseconds at repetition rates ranging from a few hertz to several kilohertz. Here we report on the operation of a cw pumped Nd:YLF regenerative amplifier that uses a convex-concave design to optimize output energy and stability while minimizing the energy density on critical intracavity optical components. The amplifier yields stable 5-mJ 40-ps pulses at 700 Hz and has achieved 1-mJ output at a 3.5-kHz repetition rate. Results and analysis of the beam profile and contrast ratio for this system are also presented. Our results are contrasted to the general design consideration of regenerative amplifiers.

• DOE Contract Number: AC02-76CH00016
• OSTI ID: 5552515
• Journal Information: Applied Optics; (United States), Journal Name: Applied Optics; (United States) Vol. 30:18; ISSN 0003-6935; ISSN APOPA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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