Abstract

A cw frequency-locked CO₂ laser is used in conjunction with a 1-J TEA CO₂ laser to observe the vibrational equilibration of optically pumped gases. Velocity-dependent effects in the vibrational-deactivation rate are also observed. Experimental results are given for CH₃F.

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