Theory of an FIR Gas Laser
- 1 June 1974
- conference paper
- Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Abstract
A rate equation model for an optically pumped FIR gas laser is proposed. The gain expression includes saturation effects due to both pump power and FIR intensity. A criterion for positive gain is derived, and the role of velocity cross-relaxation examined.Keywords
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