Abstract

A continuously frequency-tuned laser diode end-pumped $\mathrm{Nd}\text{:}{\mathrm{YVO}}_4$ laser at 1064 nm is demonstrated. A coated etalon and a piezoelectric-transducer (PZT) are utilized for coarse and fine frequency tuning, respectively. Broadband and linear frequency tuning without mode hops is conducted by the synchronous adjustment of the etalon and the PZT. Dependence of the frequency excursion on the displacement of the PZT and the tilting angle of the etalon are theoretically and experimentally investigated. A linear frequency tuning range up to 18 GHz without mode hops or frequency overlaps in a one-way non-stopped scanning is obtained. The maximum output power is 930 mW at 1064 nm, and the average frequency tuning speed is 1.24 GHz/s. Standard deviation of the frequency variation to a linear frequency tuning is estimated to be 186 MHz, indicating a high tuning linearity.

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