title: Switching of a TEA CO(2) laser with its own UV emitting parallel spark channels.
abstract: The efficient operation of a TEA CO(2) laser wherein the parallel spark channel preioniser of the laser itself functioned as a switch is reported. Simultaneous closure of the parallel gaps without an external switch has been achieved by ballasting them with mutually coupled inductances. The repetitive operation capability of such a laser is also discussed.
authors.forename: J P
authors.initials: JP
authors.lastname: Nilaya
authors.forename: Pallavi
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Raote
authors.forename: Gautam
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Patil
authors.forename: Dhruba J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Biswas