Testing of optical components to assure performance in a high-average-power environment

Robert Chow; John R. Taylor; William K. Eickelberg; Keith A. Primdahl

doi:10.1117/12.279124

1 November 1997 Testing of optical components to assure performance in a high-average-power environment

Robert Chow, John R. Taylor, William K. Eickelberg, Keith A. Primdahl

Proceedings Volume 3134, Optical Manufacturing and Testing II; (1997) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.279124
Event: Optical Science, Engineering and Instrumentation '97, 1997, San Diego, CA, United States

Abstract

Evaluation and testing of the optical components used in the atomic vapor laser isotope separation plant is critical for qualification of suppliers, developments of new optical multilayer designs and manufacturing processes, and assurance of performance in the production cycle. The range of specifications requires development of specialized test equipment and methods which are not routine or readily available in industry. Specifications are given on material characteristics such as index homogeneity, subsurface damage left after polishing, microscopic surface defects and contamination, coating absorption, and high average power laser damage. The approach to testing these performance characteristics and assuring the quality throughout the production cycle is described.

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Robert Chow, John R. Taylor, William K. Eickelberg, and Keith A. Primdahl "Testing of optical components to assure performance in a high-average-power environment", Proc. SPIE 3134, Optical Manufacturing and Testing II, (1 November 1997); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.279124

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