Intensity redistribution and collimation of laser-diode arrays using binary optics

James S. Foresi; Joseph L. Levy; John E. Jackson

doi:10.1117/12.17945

1 May 1990 Intensity redistribution and collimation of laser-diode arrays using binary optics

James S. Foresi, Joseph L. Levy, John E. Jackson

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Proceedings Volume 1211, Computer and Optically Formed Holographic Optics; (1990) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.17945
Event: OE/LASE '90, 1990, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Abstract

The output of a laser diode typically has a Gaussian intensity profile and is highly divergent in one axis. The Gaussian intensity profile causes side-lobes when diodes are used to form arrays. If the intensity profile can be changed to a uniform profile in one axis, an increase in central lobe power of 10% can be achieved. We have developed a single optical element which performs both the intensity redistribution and collimation of linear arrays of laser diodes.

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James S. Foresi, Joseph L. Levy, and John E. Jackson "Intensity redistribution and collimation of laser-diode arrays using binary optics", Proc. SPIE 1211, Computer and Optically Formed Holographic Optics, (1 May 1990); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.17945

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