DocumentCode
2750947
Title
Optimization of the large aperture multi-pass amplifiers for CPA and OPCPA lasers by Extraction During Pumping (EDP)
Author
Chvykov, V. ; Krushelnick, K.
Author_Institution
Center for Ultrafast Opt. Sci., Univ. of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
fYear
2011
fDate
9-13 Oct. 2011
Firstpage
634
Lastpage
635
Abstract
We demonstrate the optimal conditions whereby amplification using the Extraction During Pumping (EDP) technique can deliver up to four times more energy than a conventional amplifier. This allows kJ level energy extraction with existing technology.
Keywords
chirp modulation; optical parametric amplifiers; optical pumping; sapphire; solid lasers; titanium; Al2O3:Ti; CPA lasers; OPCPA lasers; energy extraction; extraction during pumping; large aperture multipass amplifiers; Apertures; Crystals; Green products; Laser excitation; Optics; Pump lasers;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
ieee
Conference_Titel
Photonics Conference (PHO), 2011 IEEE
Conference_Location
Arlington, VA
Print_ISBN
978-1-4244-8940-4
Type
conf
DOI
10.1109/PHO.2011.6110708
Filename
6110708
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