Axial x-ray preionized XeCl laser and direct comparison with UV preionization mode

Journal Article · Fri Nov 15 04:00:00 EST 1985 · Appl. Phys. Lett.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.96373· OSTI ID:6339575

Bishop, G J; Dyer, P E; Raouf, D N; Tait, B L

Axial x-ray preionization of a compact XeCl laser is demonstrated; significant improvements (approx.1.5) in laser performance compared with an optimized UV preionization array are obtained. This simple and compact technique can readily be incorporated into existing lasers.

• Research Organization: Department of Applied Physics, University of Hull, HU6 7RX, United Kingdom
• OSTI ID: 6339575
• Journal Information: Appl. Phys. Lett.; (United States), Journal Name: Appl. Phys. Lett.; (United States) Vol. 47:10; ISSN APPLA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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