G. A. Abil'siitov, A. V. Artamonov, E. P. Velikhov, Yu. A. Egorov, A. V. Kazhidub, F. V. Lebedev, E. M. Sidorenko, V. V. Sumerin, V. M. Frolov, “Continuous-wave 10 kW <nobr>$CO_2$</nobr> processing laser”, Kvantovaya Elektronika, 1980, Volume 7, Number 11,Pages <nobr>2467

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Continuous-wave 10 kW $CO_2$ processing laser

G. A. Abil'siitov, A. V. Artamonov, E. P. Velikhov, Yu. A. Egorov, A. V. Kazhidub, F. V. Lebedev, E. M. Sidorenko, V. V. Sumerin, V. M. Frolov

I. V. Kurchatov Institute of Atomic Energy, Moscow

Abstract: A report is given of the construction of a cw electric-discharge closed-cycle $CO_2$ processing laser with an output power of 10 kW, operating with a helium-free gas mixture. The design of the device is described and its operating characteristics are given. Also reported are data on the stability and divergence of the emitted radiation and the maximum energy density in a focal spot. The promising prospects for using such a laser in industry are discussed.

UDC: 621.378.33

PACS: 42.55.Dk

Received: 15.05.1980