Hands-Free UPM System measures laser pulse characteristics.
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Utilizing Grenouille variant of frequency resolved optical gating, UPM (Ultrafast Pulse Measurement System) instruments provide diagnostic tools to simultaneously measure temporal, spectral, and spatial characteristics of ultrafast mode-locked laser pulses. Compact models are available to study pulses from 10 femtoseconds to 5 picoseconds. Units may also be used to study single pulse or provide statistical analysis of stream or burst of pulses.
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Newport Introduces First Hands Free, Ultrafast Laser Pulse Measurement System
Newport Introduces First Hands Free, Ultrafast Laser Pulse Measurement System
Irvine, California - April 30, 2004 - The new UPM, Ultrafast Pulse Measurement System, series of instruments from Newport Corporation are the first diagnostic tools for ultrafast laser pulses that deliver stable long-term performance without the need for continuous adjustment or re-alignment. They provide simultaneous measurement of the temporal, spectral and spatial characteristics of ultrafast mode-locked laser pulses. With no moving parts and no need for internal optical adjustments, these revolutionary compact devices deliver a quantum leap in simplicity and ease of use, in contrast to traditional autocorrelators formerly used to study ultrafast pulses. The complete UPM product line includes models designed to study pulses ranging from 10 femtoseconds to 5 picoseconds. Moreover, a UPM can be used to study a single pulse or provide statistical analysis of a stream or burst of pulses.
The UPM series is designed to meet the demanding requirements of research laboratories, where ultrafast lasers are used for multiphoton imaging, time-resolved spectroscopy, biophotonics and to study non-linear optical effects. However, their rugged packaging means the UPM series is also well suited to emerging industrial applications for ultrafast lasers including semiconductor metrology and precision materials processing. Newport is already established in all these applications thanks to the company's ultrafast expertise and a large offering of components and instruments targeted specifically at ultrafast laser users.
The UPM series utilize the GRENOUILLE variant of FROG (Frequency Resolved Optical Gating) pioneered by researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology. This technique relies on a novel optical arrangement and an internal array detector to provide information on both pulse intensity and phase as a function of time, wavelength, and location within the beam. In addition to its robust operational simplicity, the GRENOUILLE method is unique in its ability to discern spatial and temporal distortions in addition to the overall shape and duration of ultrafast laser pulses.
More information on Newport's comprehensive family of photonic diagnostic instruments is available on the company's Web site at newport.com/newupm.
About Newport Corporation
Newport Corporation is a leading global supplier of advanced technology products and systems to the semiconductor, communications, electronics and research markets. The company provides components and integrated subsystems to manufacturers of semiconductor processing equipment, advanced automated assembly and test systems to manufacturers of communications and electronics devices, and a broad array of high-precision components and instruments to commercial, academic and government customers worldwide. Newport's innovative solutions leverage its expertise in precision robotics and automation, sub-micron positioning systems, vibration isolation and optical subsystems to enhance the capabilities and productivity of its customers' manufacturing, engineering and research applications. Newport is part of the Standard & Poor's Midcap 400 Index and the Russell 2000 Index. For more information, visit www.newport.com, or contact the company at 1791 Deere Avenue, Irvine, California, 92606, USA, Tel. (In U.S.) (800) 222-6440; Tel: (949) 863-3144; Fax: (949) 253-1800.
Company Contact:
Worldwide Headquarters
David Rossi
Director of Marketing
Tel: 949.863.3144
Fax: 949.253.1800
E-mail: drossi@newport.com
Hector Lara
Senior Product Manager
Tel: 949.437.9874
Fax: 949.253.1983
E-mail: hlara@newport.com
