Solid-state disk amplifiers for fusion-laser systems
Author
Martin, William Eugene
Trenholme, John B.
Linford, Gary J.
Yarema, Stanley M.
Hurley, Charles A.
Attention
2299/12879
Abstract
A review is presented of the design, performance, and operation of large-aperture (10-46 cm) solid-state disk amplifiers for use in laser systems. We present design data, prototype tests, simulations, and projections for conventional cylindrical pump-geometry amplifiers and rectangular pump-geometry disk amplifiers. The design of amplifiers for the Nova laser system is discussed