Optical bistability in the operation of a continuous-wave diode-pumped Yb:LuVO(4) laser.
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We report on sizable optical bistability in the operation of a continuous-wave diode-pumped Yb:LuVO(4) laser, as a result of the resonant reabsorption losses in the laser crystal which increase with the temperature. Significant intensity fluctuations have been observed in a small operational region near the critical point.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Optics express
دوره 14 25 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006