Abstract
We report on the efficient operation of directly liquid-nitrogen-cooled Yb:YAG active-mirror laser. A CW output power of 273 W with slope efficiency of 72% was demonstrated. High heat removal ability was ensured at 743 W/cm2.
© 2009 Optical Society of America
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