Abstract
Optical refrigeration in Tm- and Ho-doped crystals is investigated, and their external quantum efficiency, background absorption, and minimum achievable temperatures are reported. Potential of these crystals for mid-IR cryocoolers and radiation balanced lasers are discussed.
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