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Laser-linewidth measurement with a Fizeau wavemeter

Journal Article · · Opt. Lett.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1364/OL.13.000981· OSTI ID:6742511

It is shown theoretically and experimentally that a Fizeau wedge wavemeter typically used to measure laser wavelength can also be used to measure the linewidth of a pulsed or cw laser. Linewidths as small as a few hundred megahertz can be measured by choosing the thickness of the wedge properly.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87185
OSTI ID:
6742511
Journal Information:
Opt. Lett.; (United States), Journal Name: Opt. Lett.; (United States) Vol. 13:11; ISSN OPLED
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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