Abstract: The output of a single semiconductor light source is used to optically pump two solid state lasers which are arranged in series and produce laser radiation at two different frequencies. Single longitudinal and single transverse mode operation can be achieved in both lasers.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
October 10, 1989
Date of Patent:
September 11, 1990
Assignee:
Amoco Corporation
Inventors:
Pedram Akhavan-Leilabady, Douglas W. Anthon