Abstract
We report the characterization of Cr:ZnSe channel waveguide lasers with Watt-level outputs. Waveguides are fabricated via ultrafast laser inscription in polycrystalline Cr:ZnSe samples. The effect of waveguide structure and fabrication on laser performance is investigated.
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