HIGH REFLECTORS
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LOCATION
San Francisco
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Permanent
What You’ll Do
Optical coatings are an important part of many different optical devices, such as cameras, telescopes, and laser systems. These coatings are designed to enhance the performance of the device by controlling the way that light interacts with the surface of the optics. One important aspect of optical coatings is their ability to reflect light, which can be critical for the performance of the device.
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High reflectors, also known as broadband high reflectors, are a type of optical coating that is designed to reflect a wide range of wavelengths of light with high efficiency. These coatings are often used in laser systems, where they are used to reflect the laser beam back into the cavity of the laser, allowing the laser to generate a more powerful output.
One important aspect of high reflectors is their ability to withstand damage from high-power laser beams. These coatings must be able to withstand high levels of optical intensity without degrading or failing, which can be a challenging task. To ensure that high reflectors are able to withstand the demands of high-power laser systems, they must undergo rigorous testing to determine their ability to withstand damage.
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There are several different methods that can be used to test the damage resistance of high reflectors. One common method is called the "cold test," which involves exposing the coating to a high-power laser beam at low temperatures. This allows the coating to be tested under conditions that are similar to those it will experience in a real-world laser system while minimizing the potential for damage.
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Another method that is commonly used to test the damage resistance of high reflectors is called the "pulsed laser test." This method involves exposing the coating to a series of high-power laser pulses, which simulate the conditions that the coating will experience in a real-world laser system. By measuring the amount of damage that occurs after each pulse, researchers can determine the coating's ability to withstand the demands of high-power laser systems.
​In conclusion, high reflectors are an important component of many different optical devices, and their ability to reflect a wide range of wavelengths of light is critical for their performance. To ensure that high reflectors are able to withstand the demands of high-power laser systems, they must undergo rigorous testing to determine their ability to withstand damage. By using methods such as the cold test and the pulsed laser test, researchers can determine the damage resistance of these coatings and ensure that they are able to perform up to the required standards.