Calculating Overall Power in Nd/YAG Laser

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To calculate the overall power of a Nd/YAG laser operating at a 10 Hz repetition rate with a pulse energy of 150 mJ, the formula P = E/t is used, where E is energy and t is time. The time per pulse is determined as t = 1/f, resulting in t = 0.1 seconds. The energy per pulse is converted to watts, yielding P = 150 mJ / 0.1 s, which equals 1.5 J/s or 1.5 watts. Clarification is made regarding the use of symbols, ensuring that P represents power and E represents energy. The discussion emphasizes the importance of correct unit representation in calculations.
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Homework Statement



In the units of watts (J/s) calculate the overall power of the laser light generated by Nd/YAG laser operating with a 10 Hz repetition rate in the third harmonic (355nm) at 150mJ per pulse

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I can't figure out how to do this problem see attempt below:


The Attempt at a Solution


I know the following:
Power= E/t=J/s=watt
E=hc/wavelength
E=(Hz)(6.626E-34 J/s)
 
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ok so I think i figured it out

f=10Hz
t=1/f
t=0.1 sec

E=150mJ/0.1 sec
E=1.5 J/s

is that correct?
 
I think so, but note that you used E for energy in the statement of the problem and now you're using E for power.
 
ah yes you are correct, it should of been P=W/s not E
 
nachos1 said:
ah yes you are correct, it should of been P=W/s not E

Yes, P for power. But now your units aren't correct if W is watts. 1W = 1 J/s. (or is W for "work"?)
 
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