Title :
Structured nonlinear crystals for visible light generation in displays and biosciences
Author :
Smith, Peter G. R. ; Gates, James C. ; Gawith, C.B.E. ; Major, H.E.
Author_Institution :
ORC, Univ. of Southampton, Southampton, UK
Abstract :
Nonlinear conversion of diode based sources using MgO doped PPLN provides a viable route to watt level power visible laser wavelength systems with high electrical efficiency and offer a low cost solution for applications in laser projection and bio-optics. Recent developments of superior nonlinear materials together with brighter and more powerful diode sources provide an excellent opportunity for optical technology over the coming decade.
Keywords :
laser beam applications; lithium compounds; magnesium compounds; optical frequency conversion; optical materials; optical wavelength conversion; semiconductor lasers; LiNbO3:MgO; biooptics; biosciences; diode sources; display devices; electrical efficiency; laser projection; nonlinear conversion; optical technology; structured nonlinear crystals; visible laser wavelength; visible light generation; Biomedical optical imaging; Gratings; Integrated optics; Nonlinear optics; Optical pumping;
Conference_Titel :
High Power Diode Lasers and Systems Conference (HPD), 2010
Conference_Location :
Telford
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-8699-1
DOI :
10.1109/HPD.2010.6024194
