Abstract
We demonstrate output powers exceeding 4 W with continuous-wave, diode-pumped Yb:TVO4 (T=Y, Gd, and Lu) lasers operated at room temperature. The three orthovanadate hosts are compared in longitudinal and thin-disk pump geometries.
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