Q-switching
English edit
Etymology edit
The "Q" stands for the quality factor of the resonator on the lasar, which is altered in order to produce the pulse.
Noun edit
- A technique by which a laser can be made to produce a pulsed output beam, with much higher power in each pulse than would be produced when operating as a continuous wave.
Verb edit
Q-switching
- present participle and gerund of Q-switch