Power scaling and heat management in high-power VECSELs

S. Chatterjee, A. Chernikov, J. Herrmann, M. Scheller, M. Koch, B. Kunert, W. Stolz, S. W. Koch, T. L. Wang, Y. Kaneda, J. M. Yarborough, J. Hader, J. V. Moloney

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Abstract

Many applications of vertical-external-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VECSELs) [1], such as intra-cavity frequency mixing rely on the high-power characteristics of the devices. Generally, overheating limits any lasers performance and, thus, efficient cooling concepts are crucial for the high-power output [2]. Here, we experimentally investigate the thermal properties of a high-power device, focusing on the generation, distribution and removal of excess heat under extreme pumping conditions. Different heat-spreading and heat-transfer approaches are analyzed. The performance of the device is optimized yielding a maximum emitted power beyond 70W from a single spot. Finally, the potential for power-scaling in VECSELs and its restrictions are examined. Details on the chip and the experimental setup are given in [3].

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2011 Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics Europe and 12th European Quantum Electronics Conference, CLEO EUROPE/EQEC 2011
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011
Event2011 Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics Europe and 12th European Quantum Electronics Conference, CLEO EUROPE/EQEC 2011 - Munich, Germany
Duration: May 22 2011May 26 2011

Publication series

Name2011 Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics Europe and 12th European Quantum Electronics Conference, CLEO EUROPE/EQEC 2011

Other

Other2011 Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics Europe and 12th European Quantum Electronics Conference, CLEO EUROPE/EQEC 2011
Country/TerritoryGermany
CityMunich
Period5/22/115/26/11

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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