Abstract
A high-power, highly-efficient, multi-segmented, end-pumped Nd:YAG laser by pumping into the upper laser level is demonstrated. In comparison with traditional Nd:YAG pumping at 807 nm the advantages of upper laser level pumping are demonstrated experimentally.
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