In this work a Nd:YVO4 thin disc laser setup is designed and fabricated. The disk laser system
is designed to be compact. The laser crystal was pumped by a 808 nm diode laser. The effect of input
current and pulse frequency on the output energy at pulse operation mode, and the effect of the input
current on the output power at CW mode operation are tested. At the pulsed mode, the output energy
increased linearly with the input current and decreased with pulse frequency. The threshold current
increased with increasing pulse frequency increasing. The maximum output energy from the thin disc
laser was 0.98 μJ at 1.3 kHz frequency, with 0.49A. A minimum threshold current for CW mode of
operation. The maximum outpu

The propagation of laser beam in the underdense deuterium plasma has been studied via computer simulation using the fluid model. An appropriate computer code “HEATER” has been modified and is used for this purpose. The propagation is taken to be in a cylindrical symmetric medium. Different laser wavelengths (1 = 10.6 m, 2 = 1.06 m, and 3 = 0.53 m) with a Gaussian pulse type and 15 ns pulse widths have been considered. Absorption energy and laser flux have been calculated for different plasma and laser parameters. The absorbed laser energy showed maximum for  = 0.53 m. This high absorbitivity was inferred to the effect of the pondermotive force.

Background: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a complex group of conditions impacting the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and masticatory muscles, leading to pain, reduced jaw mobility, and other debilitating symptoms. These conditions often result from multifactorial causes, including malocclusion, trauma, stress, and parafunctional habits. Effective treatment is challenging, necessitating innovative therapeutic approaches.
Aim: This study compares the efficacy of two low-level laser therapy (LLLT) modalities with wavelengths of 635 nm and 980 nm in managing TMD symptoms. The goal is to determine which wavelength provides superior short-term and long-term therapeutic outcomes in pain relief, imp

This research introduces a novel approach to enhancing solar-to-hydrogen (STH) efficiency by applying laser illumination with the assistance of a UV source to illuminate the photoanode in photoelectrochemical (PEC) cells, representing a significant departure from conventional methods relying solely on solar light. The photoanode was fabricated using a (CeO₂ and Cu) nanoparticles thin film through the drop-casting method, the materials were chosen for their favorable optical and electronic properties, which are key in improving the hydrogen production rate. What sets this study apart is the innovative use of laser illumination, which allows for more precise and concentrated light absorption that match the materials' absorption peaks com

Background: Male Circumcision is one of the most common surgical procedures performed in children. The indications for circumcision differ from country to country and might include both medical and religious ones.  Several different surgical procedures for circumcision have been documented, with various results and complications.

Aim of study: to evaluate the safety, effectiveness of the use of CO₂ laser in circumcision and asses any possible post-operative complication(s).

Patients, Materials & Methods:  A prospective study was done for 26 patients who were circumcised by using a CO₂ laser at 10600 nm from PLATIN, using continuous wave (CW) powe

Objective: Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (RAS) is a common, painful, and recurrent oral condition characterized by ulcer formation. Its pathogenesis is multifactorial, involving genetic, immunological, and environmental factors. conventional methods like topical anesthetics, such as benzocaine. Mouth rinses containing hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine, or dexamethasone. Corticosteroid ointments, such as fluocinonide, beclomethasone, or hydrocortisone hemosuccinate, primarily focus on symptom relief rather than cure. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has emerged as a promising treatment modality, offering minimal invasiveness and effective healing. 

Case Presentation:  A 28-year-old female patient pr

his paper uses the finite element method (FEM) to study a Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) refractive index sensor based on D-shaped Polarization Maintain Photonic Crystal Fiber (PM-PCF). A chemically stable plasmonic material, gold (Au), with hemispherical structures having a radius of 50 nm, is applied to the surface of a D-shaped sensor to create the surface plasmon resonance (SPR) effect, enabling this SPR sensor to detect variation in the surrounding analyte refractive index (RI). The resonance condition will change when the refractive index of the targeted analyte changes, leading to a certain shift in the loss peak. Two resonant peaks are observed, one located in the visible part of the spectrum, and the second in the near-infrared

Water pollution has created a critical threat to the environment.‎‎ A lot of research has been done ‎recently to use surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) to detect multiple pollutants in water. This study aims to use Ag colloid nanoflowers as liquid SERS enhancer. Tri sodium phosphate (Na₃PO₄) was investigated as a pollutant using liquid SERS ‎based on colloidal Ag ‎nanoflowers. The chemical method was used to synthesize nanoflowers from silver ‎ions. Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), and X-ray diffractometer (XRD) were employed to characterize the silver nanoflowers. This ‎nanoflowers SERS action in detecting Na₃PO₄ was reported and analyzed

This article showcases the development and utilization of a side-polished fiber optic sensor that can identify altered refractive index levels within a glucose solution through the investigation of the surface Plasmon resonance (SPR) effect. The aim was to enhance efficiency by means of the placement of a 50 nm-thick layer of gold at the D-shape fiber sensing area. The detector was fabricated by utilizing a silica optical fiber (SOF), which underwent a cladding stripping process that resulted in three distinct lengths, followed by a polishing method to remove a portion of the fiber diameter and produce a cross-sectional D-shape. During experimentation with glucose solution, the side-polished fiber optic sensor revealed an adept detection