Laser Splitting: Get Help Developing a Device

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The discussion focuses on developing a device to split a single laser beam into multiple beams. The original poster considers using a specifically shaped crystal for this purpose but is unsure where to obtain or create such a crystal. They also mention the possibility of altering cubic zirconia but lack guidance on how to proceed. A suggestion was made to research existing beam-splitting mirrors, which led to the poster finding useful information. The conversation highlights the need for resources and knowledge in laser technology and optics.
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Hi,

I am looking to develop a device that would take a single laser beam, and split that one beam into x number of new beams and I was wondering if anyone knew how I could accomplish this.

I was thinking I would need some kind of crystal specifically shaped to produce the results I need. The problem with that is I am not sure where I would get such a crystal developed. I was hoping I could take some kind of cheap cubic zirconia and alter it myself, but again I've no idea where I would start.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

J
 
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Have you done a web search on beam splitting? Such mirrors are in common use.
 
Thank you for your quick reply - I've now done some searching and I know where the next step is.

Thanks again,

J
 

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