Fluorescence of a laser vs its pulse duration

C_and_LasersIn summary, the fluorescence lifetime can be longer than the pulse of a pulsed laser due to the process of stimulated emission, which allows for energy to be stored in the gain medium before lasing. This allows for the creation of a population inversion, necessary for lasing to occur. The pulse is short because of stimulated emission, which quickly depletes the upper state, while fluorescence (spontaneous emission) occurs more slowly and randomly.
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When working with a pulsed laser (nitrogen),
How can the fluorescence lifetime be longer than the pulse of the laser?

Thanks for any explanations
 
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The upper-state lifetime is always longer than the pulse in pulsed lasers. This allows you to store energy in the gain medium prior to lasing. In a laser you must be able to create a population inversion, where a photon interaction (of the correct type) is more likely to stimulate emission than be absorbed. i.e. more energy available in upper to lower state transition than vice-versa. This requires some "storage time" in the upper state.

The pulse is short because of stimulated emission. The large quantity of photons cause the upper-state to be depleted quickly during lasing. Prior to that the fluorescence (spontaneous emission) happens more slowly at more random times.

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FAQ: Fluorescence of a laser vs its pulse duration

What is fluorescence and how is it related to lasers?

Fluorescence is the emission of light by a material when it is stimulated by light or other forms of energy. Lasers use this phenomenon to produce a concentrated and intense beam of light.

How does the pulse duration affect the fluorescence of a laser?

The pulse duration of a laser refers to the length of time that the laser beam is emitted. A shorter pulse duration can result in a higher fluorescence intensity, as it allows for more energy to be delivered to the material in a shorter amount of time.

Can the fluorescence of a laser be controlled by adjusting the pulse duration?

Yes, the fluorescence of a laser can be controlled by adjusting the pulse duration. Shorter pulse durations can result in higher fluorescence intensity, while longer pulse durations can result in lower fluorescence intensity.

What is the relationship between the fluorescence intensity and the pulse duration of a laser?

The fluorescence intensity of a laser is directly proportional to the pulse duration. This means that as the pulse duration increases, the fluorescence intensity also increases.

How does the fluorescence of a laser change over time as the pulse duration is adjusted?

The fluorescence of a laser can change over time as the pulse duration is adjusted. As the pulse duration increases, the fluorescence intensity may initially increase, but eventually reach a plateau or decrease due to factors such as photobleaching or saturation of the material being stimulated.

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