Summary of the factors affecting the power and energy capabilities of optical fibers

Roger M. Wood

doi:10.1117/12.259931

20 November 1996 Summary of the factors affecting the power and energy capabilities of optical fibers

Roger M. Wood

Proceedings Volume 2870, Third International Workshop on Laser Beam and Optics Characterization; (1996) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.259931
Event: Third International Workshop on Laser Beam and Optics Characterization, 1996, Quebec City, Canada

Abstract

There is a growing requirement for high power laser pulses to be delivered from the laser to the workpiece via a fiber optical cable. The power and energy handling capability of these fibers are affected by both linear and nonlinear effects including Raman and Brillouin scattering and are ultimately limited by the laser induced damage threshold of the fiber itself. This paper summarizes the power handling capability limits of such fibers and includes comments on recommended launching and delivery procedures.

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Roger M. Wood "Summary of the factors affecting the power and energy capabilities of optical fibers", Proc. SPIE 2870, Third International Workshop on Laser Beam and Optics Characterization, (20 November 1996); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.259931

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