Abstract

The development of a high repetition rate XeCl discharge laser in the kilowatt range can be considered a logical extension of successful studies that have been performed on high energy single shot experiments. From a physical point of view, the only new parameter is the fast renewal of the gas after each shot requiring that the effect of the fast flowing medium on a high repetition rate pulsed discharge has to be taken into account. However starting from single shot equipment substantial improvements or new technologies are required, which have to be compatible with a high repetition rate.

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