ARGON ION LASER UTILIZING A HOLLOW CATHODE GAS-FED ARC.

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Abstract:

Details are given of the construction and operating characteristics of a new type of argon ion laser based on the hollow cathode gas fed arc as an energy source. This device represents a significant improvement over conventional argon ion lasers. It is easy to replace components, and erosion and gas cleanup problems are minimized. Threshold conditions for the 4765, 4880, 4965 and 5145 angstrom lasing lines are given and the effect of electrode geometry, discharge current, pressure and magnetic field are considered. The use of annular discs to confine the arc column is also discussed. Author

Author(s):
Noon, J. H. ; Holt, E. H. ; Jennings, W. C. ; Buser, R. G.
Author Organization(s):
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INST TROY N Y DIV OF ELECTROPHYSICS
Descriptive Note:
Research and development technical rept.,
Pagination:
0028

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ECOM-3032
Contract/Grant Number(s):
DAAB07-67-C-0533
Task Number(s):
1T061102B31A01
Project Number(s):
DA-1-T-061102-B-31-A
Monitor Series:
3032
 Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*GAS LASERS, ARGON, IONS, CATHODES, MAGNETIC FIELDS, PRESSURE
Field(s)/Group(s):
Lasers and Masers
Report Date:
1968 Oct 01