Feasible configurations of a repetitively pulsed TEA CO2 laser with small angular divergence and 1- kJ pulse energy

The results are presented of expert evaluations aimed at developing the optimal concept of creation of a compact TEA CO 2 laser with a self-sustained discharge capable of generating the repetitive bursts of ten radiation pulses with 1 kJ-energy in each and the pulse repetition rate of 30 Hz. Particular emphasis is placed on the problems of achieving as small angular divergence and beam wandering as possible.