Design and experimental evaluation of TiO\(_2\)/MgF\(_2\) dual-layer anti-reflection coatings for Nd- and Er-doped phosphate glass lasers

Van Dai Le; Thanh Tung Do; Pham Duc Tuan; Hong Giang Truong

doi:10.15625/0868-3166/22927

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Le Van Dai Academy of Military Science and Technology, 17 Hoang Sam, Nghia Do, Hanoi, Vietnam
Do Thanh Tung Institute of Technical Physics, 17 Hoang Sam, Nghia Do, Hanoi, Vietnam https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6967-9512
Pham Duc Tuan Academy of Military Science and Technology, 17 Hoang Sam, Nghia Do, Hanoi, Vietnam https://orcid.org/0009-0002-7511-0506
Truong Hong Giang Academy of Military Science and Technology, 17 Hoang Sam, Nghia Do, Hanoi, Vietnam

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15625/0868-3166/22927

Keywords:

Anti-reflection, AR Coating, Nd-Doped, Er-Doped, Laser

Abstract

Thermal lensing is an inherent phenomenon in high-power laser optical systems, including fiber laser cutting heads, arising from energy absorption–induced thermal and optical variations. This paper presents a numerical study, based on the finite element method, of thermal lensing effects in a 1064 nm fiber laser system operating at 1--6\,kW, using fused silica plano-convex lenses with focal lengths of 125--300 mm. The simulations predict a maximum lens temperature of 952 K at 6 kW, leading to focal shifts up to \(\Delta f = -45.4\) mm for a 300 mm focusing lens, and relative refractive index variations of 74.5-114%. While spot diagram asymmetries appear at higher power levels, these are likely numerical artifacts rather than physical optical deformation. The results highlight the significant impact of thermal lensing on focal stability and provide a numerical framework useful for the design and optimization of fiber laser cutting heads operating at kilowatt power levels.

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