Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics

Fiber Laser Technology

Fibre laser technology produces strong and accurate laser beams by using an optical fibre as the gain medium. It uses rare-earth elements to intensify light within the fibre, such as erbium or ytterbium. Fibre lasers are well known for their great beam quality, small size, and remarkable efficiency. Because they are so reliable and perform so well, they are widely utilised in industrial applications like cutting, welding, and engraving. Manufacturing processes have been revolutionised by their low maintenance requirements and their ability to generate intense, focussed light. Fibre lasers are a flexible and vital technology in contemporary business and research since they are also vital to telecommunications and materials processing.