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Preionization means for a gas-discharge laser

US4951295A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 19, 1989
Grant dateAug 21, 1990
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Expiry dateMay 19, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01S3/09713
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A preionization means for a gas-discharge laser, such as an excimer laser, comprises a stirrup member 26 and a preionization strip 20 secured thereto. To obtain the longest possible life of the laser with economical material use the preionization strip 20 is made from a different material from the stirrup member 26.

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