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Quelle est l’efficacité quantique d’un laser ?<end_of_turn>
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Quantum efficiency in the context of a laser refers to a measure of the efficiency with which the laser converts input energy (usually electrical or optical energy) into output laser light. It's a crucial factor in evaluating the performance of a laser. The concept can be understood in two related contexts:

Internal Quantum Efficiency: This refers to the efficiency of the conversion of excited state atoms or molecules into photons within the laser medium. In other words, it's a measure of how effectively the laser medium produces light when it's excited. A 100% internal quantum efficiency would mean that every excited atom or molecule in the laser medium results in the emission of a photon.

External Quantum Efficiency: This considers the overall efficiency of the laser system, including not just the laser medium but also any energy losses that occur in the process of producing the laser beam. This includes losses due to imperfect reflection in mirrors, absorption of light within the laser medium, and any other inefficiencies in the system. External quantum efficiency is the ratio of the number of photons emitted as laser light to the number of excited state atoms or molecules created in the laser medium.

In practical terms, quantum efficiency is important because it affects the power output, energy consumption, and overall effectiveness of the laser. High quantum efficiency means more of the input energy is converted into laser light, making the laser more efficient and potentially more powerful for a given amount of input energy.

In designing and selecting lasers for specific applications, quantum efficiency is a key parameter, particularly in applications where energy efficiency is crucial, such as in portable or battery-operated devices, or where high power output is required.<end_of_turn><eos>