Compact multi-pass amplifier for chirped-pulse amplification

A compact and simple multi-pass amplifier configuration suited for chirped-pulse amplification that can fit about 16 passes is presented. This configuration uses a pair of spherical mirrors with a diameter of two inches, and a sapphire window to shift the path of the seed beam and allow easy extract...

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Published in:	Journal of modern optics Vol. 53; no. 3; pp. 307 - 311
Main Authors:	Ruiz-De-La-Cruz, A., Rangel-Rojo, R.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	London Taylor & Francis Group 15-02-2006 Taylor & Francis
Subjects:	Exact sciences and technology Fundamental areas of phenomenology (including applications) Laser optical systems: design and operation Optics Physics Resonators, cavities, amplifiers, arrays, and rings Chirp pulse Laser pumping YAG laser Theoretical study Optical windows Experimental study Optical set up Pulse modulation ABCD matrix Spherical mirror Optical amplifier Chirped pulse amplification Nonlinear optics Optical alignment
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Summary:	A compact and simple multi-pass amplifier configuration suited for chirped-pulse amplification that can fit about 16 passes is presented. This configuration uses a pair of spherical mirrors with a diameter of two inches, and a sapphire window to shift the path of the seed beam and allow easy extraction from the amplifier. We present experimental results obtained using eight passes with this configuration, together with calculations for the gain achievable with the presented configuration.
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ISSN:	0950-0340 1362-3044
DOI:	10.1080/09500340500401324