The Outstanding Qualities of Fiber Lasers and Thin Disk Lasers

In this summery the properties of fiber lasers and thin disk lasers are discussed in detail, showing that both designs are optimized solutions for building solid state lasers with outstanding properties. The advantages and also the disadvantages of each design will be explained and it will be shown that depending on the application the one or the other design will be advantageous. There is no either or, the question is what design is the best solution for which application. Some latest results and demonstrations will support this conclusion.