Spectroscopic and laser properties of Nd/sup 3+/ in BIGaZLuTMn fluoride glass

The optical properties of Nd/sup 3+/-doped fluoride BIGaZLuTMn glass have been investigated by using steady-state and time-resolved laser spectroscopy. Laser action has been obtained for the first time in this glass by flashlamp pumping. The influence of site-dependent effects on fluorescence lifetime and time-resolved stimulated emission has been proved.<
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