Advanced micro-machining applications for low nanosecond low M2 fiber lasers

Tony Hoult; Jeffrey C. Kabahit

doi:10.1117/12.876325

3 March 2011 Advanced micro-machining applications for low nanosecond low M² fiber lasers

Tony Hoult, Jeffrey C. Kabahit

Proceedings Volume 7920, Laser Applications in Microelectronic and Optoelectronic Manufacturing (LAMOM) XVI; 792008 (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.876325
Event: SPIE LASE, 2011, San Francisco, California, United States

Abstract

Master Oscillator Power Fiber Amplifier lasers (MOPFA) lasers have been available for several years but very short nanosecond pulses along with low brightness, high repetition rates and high average power has only been achieved recently. The different types of pulsed fiber lasers are described. These new fiber laser designs have characteristics that allow them to challenge conventional laser technology in many application areas. Some data on industrially relevant ablation rates is included and other applications are also presented.

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Tony Hoult and Jeffrey C. Kabahit "Advanced micro-machining applications for low nanosecond low M² fiber lasers", Proc. SPIE 7920, Laser Applications in Microelectronic and Optoelectronic Manufacturing (LAMOM) XVI, 792008 (3 March 2011); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.876325

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