System and method for controlling collocated multiple wavelength tuned lasers

Abstract

Systems and methods are disclosed herein for controlling laser beams for a plurality of collocated laser assemblies. The laser beams are optimized by controlling outputs of a primary power source (current for generating a laser beam) and a secondary power source (heating device) for each of the respective laser assemblies. The states of the power supply may be cycled and modulated to provide optimal performance.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A method for controlling a plurality of collocated lasers, the method comprising:
 detecting at a controller, a plurality of proximal lasers;   determining a thermal effect caused by a first of the plurality of lasers on a second of the plurality of proximal lasers; and   controlling an output of a primary power source.