Diode lasers are a type of laser that uses a semiconductor to generate laser light. Diode lasers come in a variety of wavelengths, powers, and fiber types, and are used in two different types of prostatectomy procedures: diode laser vaporization of the prostate (DiVAP) and diode laser enucleation of the prostate (DiLEP) (Dilip).
The use of laser diodes in commercial and industrial applications has skyrocketed in recent years. Laser diodes' optical properties, compact size, and robustness have enabled numerous novel applications to be commercialized. Laser diodes produce a strong light despite their small size. Today, laser diodes working under continuous wave (CW) conditions in packages as small as a few cubic inches can provide hundreds of watts of power. This property makes these devices appropriate for cable TV transmission, the development of high-definition television (HDTV), and medical applications.
Furthermore, laser diodes consume extremely little power when compared to other types of lasers. The majority of laser diodes have voltage dips of less than 2 V, and their power requirements are dictated by their current setting.
