Commercial applications of high-powered laser diodes

David L. Cunningham; Richard D. Jacobs

doi:10.1117/12.208434

28 April 1995 Commercial applications of high-powered laser diodes

David L. Cunningham, Richard D. Jacobs

Proceedings Volume 2382, Laser Diodes and Applications; (1995) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.208434
Event: Photonics West '95, 1995, San Jose, CA, United States

Abstract

The development of high power laser diodes using surface emitting distributed feedback (SEDFB) techniques has matured to the point where serious marketing analyses have been conducted. While development of the base technology continues, the initiation of systems applications and manufacturing engineering has begun. This effort, in direct response to growing market demand, is the critical bridge between research and the development of viable products for commercial applications. This paper addresses the history of laser technology development, the current status of high powered laser diode development, the forces defining current and future markets and the role of `conventional wisdom' in laser technology and market development.

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David L. Cunningham and Richard D. Jacobs "Commercial applications of high-powered laser diodes", Proc. SPIE 2382, Laser Diodes and Applications, (28 April 1995); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.208434

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