Compact and efficient laser source of UV radiation

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This Engage project will pave the way for the development of a compact and efficient source of ultraviolet (UV) laser radiation based on Alexandrite laser with innovative design that has the potential to provide high output power with a factor of ten increased cost-efficiency. The proposed research will allow a laser engineering group headed by Prof Major at the University of Manitoba in close collaboration with its industrial partner O/E Land (Quebec) to drive the development of advanced UV light sources. This short term effort will be directed towards the main three objectives: 1) the development of a compact Alexandrite laser source at 750 nm that will be suitable for efficient conversion of its radiation into the 375 nm range; 2) the investigation of the optimum conditions for wavelength conversion of the produced laser radiation into the 375 nm range using theoretical models; 3) the development of an Alexandrite laser with wavelength conversion module, followed by complete characterization of the generated UV radiation at 375 nm. We strongly believe that the proposed research will prepare the ground for a new generation of compact and efficient UV laser sources. The simplicity of our concept will provide a user friendly, rugged and compact source of high quality UV radiation. This will lead to excellent and reliable characteristics that are a prerequisite for successful commercialization. Finally, the new knowledge generated from this project and the training of highly qualified personnel associated with the different stages of this work will contribute to the Canadian impact on the spectroscopy and sensing market in general, thus enhancing Canada's global competitiveness in high-tech photonics industry.