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Credit: Power Technology
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ILC pulsed laser diode modules are available in wavelengths from 465 to 1550 nm.
Interface quality achieved with traditional coating process (top) vs. stable, high-quality oxide achieved with Kontrox treatment (bottom).
May 9, 2025
A crystalline oxide-based method boosts laser diode performance while curbing catastrophic optical mirror damage (COMD) risks and production costs.
Credit: Fraunhofer IOF
A researcher holds a highly reflective mirror for laser applications; the technology is being optimized for laser fusion.
May 8, 2025
Highly reflective and thermally stable mirror systems are essential components for commercial laser-driven fusion power plants of the future.
Credit: FYLA
Pere Perez-Millan, founder and CEO of FYLA.
May 5, 2025
Pere Perez-Millan, founder and CEO of FYLA, shares his professional journey and new endeavors for his company.
Credit: Coherent
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May 5, 2025
A 793-nm pump laser diode provides 28-W power and 97% polarization purity.

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