Abstract

To optimize the performance of longitudinally pumped Yb^(3+):Y2O3 ceramic lasers, cavity parameters such as material length and output coupler transmission at a certain laser output power are calculated numerically using quasi-three-level laser model. The results show great potential of Yb^(3+):Y2O3 ceramics for highly efficient diode-pumped solid-state lasers.

© 2005 Chinese Optics Letters

Diode-end-pumped 4.2-W continuous-wave Yb:Y₂O₃ ceramic laser

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