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Emission spectra and cross-section spectra of neodymium laser glasses

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Amplified spontaneous emission spectra and light amplification spectra of some Nd3+:glass rods (silicate glass Schott LG680, phosphate glasses Schott LG760 and Hoya LHG5) are measured by pulsed flashlamp excitation. The spontaneous emission distribution, the stimulated emission cross-section spectra and the excited state absorption cross-section spectra are extracted. Excited state absorption prevents laser action around 1320 nm for the4F3/2-4L13/2 transition of Nd3+ in the investigated glasses.

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Furthner, J., Penzkofer, A. Emission spectra and cross-section spectra of neodymium laser glasses. Opt Quant Electron 24, 591–601 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00619758

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