New Developments In Pulsed CO[sub]2[/sub] Laser Applications

Richard J. Saunders

doi:10.1117/12.954958

30 December 1976 New Developments In Pulsed CO₂ Laser Applications

Richard J. Saunders

Proceedings Volume 0086, Industrial Applications of High Power Laser Technology; (1976) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.954958
Event: 20th Annual Technical Symposium, 1976, San Diego, United States

Abstract

Significant design improvements in the pulsing capability of CO2 lasers have led to improved machining results not achievable in CW operation. Pulses on the order of 8 times the CW rating lead to efficient material processing while cutting heat input significantly. CO2 lasers with lower-than-expected CW ratings can be used to provide for more economical machining.

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Richard J. Saunders "New Developments In Pulsed CO₂ Laser Applications", Proc. SPIE 0086, Industrial Applications of High Power Laser Technology, (30 December 1976); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.954958

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