Micro-Processing by Diode-Laser Pumped Solid-State Lasers.

Abstract

Micro-processing application by Diode laser-pumped solid-state lasers is reviewed. Diode-laser pumped solid-state lasers are very suitable for micro-processing because of high peak power, short pulse width, wavelength, small size, little power consumption and maintenance free characteristics. In the electrical industries laser micro-processing machines have been installed for trimming, marking, repairing, micro-via drilling and 3D forming. Higher power and lower cost of diode-laser pumped solid-state lasers will be achieved in near future and their application will be extended into lithography fields and welding application.