Ultrafast lasers generate extremely short pulses of light, typically in the femtosecond range. This short pulse duration allows them to deliver instantaneous high peak power with exact control in position and time. Coatings, or thin films, are designed to handle the unique requirements of ultrafast lasers, ensuring efficient and precise manipulation of laser pulses. In this Ask the Expert, Optical Coatings for Ultrafast Lasers, we talk to expert Jing Meng about how to strike a balance between performance and cost of thin-film coatings.
In this guide designers will discover:
• How thin-film coatings are used in ultrafast laser systems
• Critical design specs including laser-induced damage threshold (LIDT) and group delay dispersion (GDD)
• How to choose whether niobium pentoxide, tantalum pentoxide, hafnium oxide, alumina, or another high-index material is the best for ultrafast coatings
• Where to turn to for help finding a custom coating solution
Download Optical Coatings for Ultrafast Lasers today and learn about the benefits of using a custom thin-film coating for ultrafast lasers.
