POTASSIUM NIOBATE CRYSTAL, ITS MANUFACTURE AND LASER DEVICE INCLUDING POTASSIUM NIOBATE CRYSTAL

摘要

A KNbO3 single domain, crack-free and striaton free crystal, having an iron content of 15 ppm or less than 15 ppm, and a method for its preparation from a molten flux. Growth and aftertreatment of such crystals for use in a laser system.