High speed frequency modulation of far infrared lasers using the Stark effect.
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چکیده
Electronic frequency tuning of an optically pumped far infrared waveguide laser has been achieved by using the Stark effect. Frequency modulation with a 50-kHz modulation frequency and an index greater than 1 has been observed as well as a maximum modulation frequency of 300 kHz.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Applied optics
دوره 16 7 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1977