18392438. WAVELENGTH BEAM COMBINING DEVICE simplified abstract (NICHIA CORPORATION)
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WAVELENGTH BEAM COMBINING DEVICE
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Inventor(s)
Hidenori Matsuo of Hadano-shi (JP)
Norihiro Dejima of Yokohama-shi (JP)
Hisashi Ogawa of Yokohama-shi (JP)
WAVELENGTH BEAM COMBINING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18392438 titled 'WAVELENGTH BEAM COMBINING DEVICE
The patent application describes a wavelength beam combining device that utilizes a diffraction grating to combine laser beams from multiple light source devices.
- The device includes multiple light source devices and a diffraction grating for beam combining.
- Each light source device consists of an external resonator, a resonator mirror, a light source, and an internal optical path adjusting element.
- The external resonator is formed by a wavelength selection element and a resonator mirror.
- External optical path adjusting elements are also included in the device.
Potential Applications: - Telecommunications for signal transmission - Laser cutting and welding in manufacturing - Medical applications such as surgery and diagnostics
Problems Solved: - Efficiently combining multiple laser beams - Precise control of optical paths - Enhanced performance of light source devices
Benefits: - Improved beam combining accuracy - Increased efficiency in various applications - Enhanced overall performance of the device
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Wavelength Beam Combining Device for Laser Applications This technology can be used in industries such as telecommunications, manufacturing, and healthcare for various laser-based applications. The device's precise beam combining capabilities offer significant advantages in terms of efficiency and performance.
Questions about Wavelength Beam Combining Devices: 1. How does the diffraction grating contribute to the beam combining process? 2. What are the key advantages of using multiple light source devices in this technology?
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers are continuously exploring new materials and designs for diffraction gratings to improve the efficiency and performance of wavelength beam combining devices. Stay updated on the latest advancements in this field for potential future applications and innovations.
Original Abstract Submitted
A wavelength beam combining device includes: a plurality of light source devices; and a diffraction grating configured to perform wavelength beam combining of a plurality of laser beams emitted from the plurality of light source devices. At least one of the plurality of light source devices includes: a first light source unit including: a first external resonator formed by a first wavelength selection element and a first resonator mirror, a first light source, and a first internal optical path adjusting element, a second light source unit including: a second external resonator formed by the first wavelength selection element and a second resonator mirror, a second light source, and a second internal optical path adjusting element, a first external optical path adjusting element, and a second external optical path adjusting element.
