Solar lasers: Why not?

Küblböck M, Will J, Fattahi H (2024)

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2024

Journal

APL Photonics American Institute of Physics (AIP)

Book Volume: 9

Article Number: 050903

Journal Issue: 5

DOI: 10.1063/5.0209355

Abstract

In this paper, we investigate the role of solar laser technology as a pivotal element in advancing sustainable and renewable energy. We begin by examining its wide-ranging applications across diverse fields, including remote communication, energy storage through magnesium production, and space exploration and communication. We address the current challenges faced by solar laser technology, which include the necessity for miniaturization, operation at natural sunlight intensity without the need for concentrated power, and efficient energy conversion. These improvements are essential to elevate their operational performance, beam quality, and cost-effectiveness. The promising prospects of space-based solar-pumped lasers and their potential role in magnesium generation for a sustainable energy future highlight some of the vast application opportunities that this novel technology could offer.

Involved external institutions

Max-Planck-Institut für die Physik des Lichts (MPL) / Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light DE Germany (DE)

How to cite

APA:

Küblböck, M., Will, J., & Fattahi, H. (2024). Solar lasers: Why not? APL Photonics, 9(5). https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0209355

MLA:

Küblböck, Michael, Jonathan Will, and Hanieh Fattahi. "Solar lasers: Why not?" APL Photonics 9.5 (2024).

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