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An optically-triggered semiconductor switch for high power laser beams

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/82512· OSTI ID:82512

The work involves research leading to an optically triggered switch for a high power laser pulse. The switch uses a semiconductor heterostructure whose optical properties are modified by a low power laser trigger such as a laser diode. Potential applications include optical control of pulsed power systems, control of medical lasers and implementation of security features in optical warhead architectures.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
82512
Report Number(s):
SAND--95-0913; ON: DE95013885
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English