Electronic Stabilization of Continuous-Wave and Pulsed Lasers Based on Macroscopic Rate-Equation Modelling

We present a macroscopic laser rate-equation model based on measurable laser parameters, allowing easy system identification. A numerical simulation based on the model is used in the design and testing of electronic laser feedback systems for intensity noise suppression and
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-switched pulse stabilization. A novel pulse energy control scheme is also presented, including experimental results.