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We have constructed a Na2 ring laser which operates simultaneously on two single frequency, counterpropagating, orthogonally polarized modes. The difference in frequency between two such modes is determined by the optical anisotropy of the cavity and has been measured using a beat technique and electronic counter. Such a device forms the basis of an intracavity Polarimeter. We discuss the salient features of the laser and report on preliminary results of the electric field induced birefringence (Kerr effect) in CO2.
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May, A.D., Read, S.C. (1987). Intracavity Polarimetry with a Sodium Dimer Ring Laser. In: Persson, W., Svanberg, S. (eds) Laser Spectroscopy VIII. Springer Series in Optical Sciences, vol 55. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-47973-4_13
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