"Pico laser" is a general term for a type of laser that uses picosecond pulses, meaning the laser energy is delivered in extremely short bursts lasting a trillionth of a second. While "pico laser" is the most common term, there are other names used for this technology, depending on the specific brand or application:
- Picosecond laser: This is the most general term used to refer to lasers operating at this timescale.
- PicoSure, PicoPlus, and PicoWay: These are specific brand names for commercially available picosecond lasers.
- Discovery Pico: This is another brand name that refers to a specific picosecond laser system.
- PicoCare: This is another brand name for a type of picosecond laser, often used for tattoo removal.
The term "picosecond" is often used to differentiate these lasers from older Q-switched lasers, which deliver energy in nanosecond pulses (a billionth of a second).
While some manufacturers may use their own proprietary names, the term "pico laser" is broadly understood to refer to this advanced laser technology.
