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Master-Oscillator/Power-Amplifier Laser SystemMaster-oscillator/power-amplifier (MOPA) laser system operates in continuous-wave mode or in amplitude-modulation (e.g., pulse) mode by modulation of oscillator current. Power amplifier is laser-diode-pumped neodymium:yttrium lithium fluoride (Nd:YLF) laser; oscillator is laser diode. Offers relatively high efficiency and power. Because drive current to oscillator modulated, external electro-optical modulator not needed. Potential uses include free-space optical communications, coded laser ranging, and generation of high-power, mode-locked pulses.
Document ID
19940000307
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Yu, Anthony W. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD.)
Krainak, Michael A. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD.)
Unger, Glenn L. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD.)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
May 1, 1994
Publication Information
Publication: Laser Tech. Brief.
Volume: 2
Issue: 2
Subject Category
Physical Sciences
Report/Patent Number
GSC-13588
Accession Number
94B10307
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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