Spectroscopic properties of Yb3+ have been investigated in five types of glass hosts, showing large variation with composition of glass hosts. Non-radiative decay due to OH- groups decreases the lifetime. Fluorophosphate glass shows adequate properties for Yb-doped laser operation.
Origin
Shanghai Inst Of Optics And Fine Mechanics, China
Journal Title
Proc Of Xvi Icg, Beijing, China Vol7 1995 240-246
Sector
Special Glass
Class
S 1502