Forcing Mutual Coherence in Diode Laser Stacks

Authors

• Jonathan R. Wurtz, University of New Hampshire - Main CampusFollow

Date Completed

Spring 2014

Abstract

This paper will discuss both theoretical and experimental attempts to improve the spatial beam quality of diode laser stacks using an external optical system. An overview and derivation of the mathematics of both the optical system and diode lasers will be discussed. The experimental setup will be presented, as well as the fundamental theoretical and experimental results that suggest the external optical system used for this thesis fails to improve the beam quality of a diode laser stack.

First Advisor

Bill Hersman

College or School

CEPS

Department or Program

Physics

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science

Recommended Citation

Wurtz, Jonathan R., "Forcing Mutual Coherence in Diode Laser Stacks" (2014). Honors Theses and Capstones. 189.
https://scholars.unh.edu/honors/189