Miniature, sealed TEA-CO2 lasers with integral semiconductive preionization
Abstract
A novel excitation technique is presented for TEA-CO2 lasers. A homogeneous self-sustained discharge is obtained with preionization provided through semiconductive plates. The laser can operate in a sealed configuration using a room-temperature catalyst. Details of the construction and operating characteristics are given. Emphasis has been placed on simple and efficient construction in a compact device.
- Publication:
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Review of Scientific Instruments
- Pub Date:
- December 1982
- DOI:
- Bibcode:
- 1982RScI...53.1861P
- Keywords:
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- Carbon Dioxide Lasers;
- Gas Ionization;
- Glow Discharges;
- Miniature Electronic Equipment;
- Tea Lasers;
- Electron Pumping;
- Hermetic Seals;
- Ionizing Radiation;
- Preconditioning;
- Room Temperature;
- Ultraviolet Radiation;
- Lasers and Masers