(1) Monokrystaly Turnov, Leninova 175, 511 19 Turnov, Czechoslovakia;(2) Faculty of Nuclear Physics and Physical Engineering, Czech Technical University, Behová 7, 115 19 Praha 1, Czechoslovakia
Abstract:
The methods of growing YAG:Nd crystals with a flat interface and YAP:Nd crystals with a sharp conical interface are described. The form of the interface was controlled by the He and H2O content in the reducing atmosphere composed mainly of Ar and H2 as well as by axial temperature gradient above the melt level. The crystals of 120–180 mm in length were machined to the high-quality slabs.