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Laser Induced Material Modification in the Bulk KDP Crystals

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OSTI ID:791032

Laser induced material modifications in the bulk and on the surface of KDP (KH{sub 2}PO{sub 4}) and DKDP (70-80% deuterated KDP) are studied using fluorescence imaging and spectroscopy. Photoluminescence is observed at damaged regions following above threshold exposure with an emission peak centered at 550-nm. In addition, surfaces exposed to >100 high power, 355-nm laser pulses reveal a reduced surface finishing quality as evidenced by an associated emission under UV photoexcitation. The emission spectra from the laser-induced damage sites and the laser degraded surfaces are similar suggesting the generation of similar defect species.

Research Organization:
Lawrence Livermore National Lab., CA (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Defense Programs (DP) (US)
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
OSTI ID:
791032
Report Number(s):
UCRL-JC-136902
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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