Laser Sources Based on Rare-Earth Ion Doped Tellurite Glass Fibers and Microspheres

In recent years, huge progress has been made in the development of rare-earth ion doped tellurite glass laser sources, ranging from watt- and multiwatt-level fiber lasers to nanowatt level microsphere lasers. Significant success has been achieved in extending the spectral range of tellurite fiber la...

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Main Author: Elena A. Anashkina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-05-01
Series:Fibers
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6439/8/5/30
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Summary:In recent years, huge progress has been made in the development of rare-earth ion doped tellurite glass laser sources, ranging from watt- and multiwatt-level fiber lasers to nanowatt level microsphere lasers. Significant success has been achieved in extending the spectral range of tellurite fiber lasers generating at wavelengths beyond 2 μm as well as in theoretical understanding. This review is aimed at discussing the state of the art of neodymium-, erbium-, thulium-, and holmium-doped tellurite glass fiber and microsphere lasers.
ISSN:2079-6439