Can multiple lasers of the same strength overlap each other while retaining each individuals laser's strength? Best answer on the web

January 9, 2009 on 7:24 am | In mybachcars.com |
Can multiple lasers of the same strength overlap each other while retaining each individuals laser's strength? Best answer on the web
  • Also, if multiple lasers of the same strength overlapped each other would they meld into one laser of the strength of an idividual laser or slightly increase in strength from the lasers grouping together due to overlapping?

    What would happen if multiple lasers of different strength hit each other at the same time? Would the strongest laser override the weaker lasers?


  • Only if the phases match precisely, otherwise they will destructively interfere and reduce the yield. Coherent combination of lasers is an active are of research, especially with fiber lasers, to increase the power output.

    Think of it as two water waves combining.