论文信息 - Influence of optical feedback on the longitudinal mode stability of microchip Nd:YAG lasers

Influence of optical feedback on the longitudinal mode stability of microchip Nd:YAG lasers

The influence of optical feedback on the longitudinal mode stability of microchip Nd:YAG lasers is demonstrated. Under optical feedback, the longitudinal mode output of microchip lasers relies strongly on the external cavity length, and mode suppression can be achieved. The intensity modulation waveform varies at different external cavity lengths. At higher feedback levels, the laser flips between orthogonal polarizations. Three important factors determining the influence of optical feedback are summarized, which are the external cavity length, longitudinal mode competition, and the external reflectivity.

Gang Liu | Xinjun Wan | Ligang Fei | Shulian Zhang

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