Abstract

We investigate the feasibility and perform an analysis of diode pumping organic dye lasers. From a number of candidate laser dyes operating in the visible (red) to near-infrared spectrum, we select two dyes that appear most suited for pumping by commercially available diode lasers. Detailed characterization of these two dyes provides critical laser parameters. A cw dye laser design is analyzed and optimized by using these parameters. Possible extension to pulsed laser operation is also presented.

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