Abstract

Using the time dependent rate equations, the dynamical behavior of a high power pulsed N₂ laser radiating at 337.1 nm is derived. The threshold conditions are given. The output peak power and pulse width as a function of length and initial inversion density are shown. The theoretical results derived are compared with experimental data and are found to be in good agreement.

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