Abstract
A single transverse/longitudinal mode, compact Q-switched Ho:YLF laser has been designed and demonstrated for space-borne lidar applications. The pulse energy is between 34–40 mJ for 100–200 Hz operation. The corresponding peak power is >1 MW.
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