Physics of Intense Lasers

Erscheinungsjahr 2016
ISBN: 978-1-78548-059-1
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 180 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 421 g

Physics of Intense Lasers explores the general architecture of intense lasers, amplification, non-linear effects, temporal control for chirped pulse amplification, and final characterization. The field of intense laser physics is literally booming, as the ever increasing capabilities of intense lasers open new research avenues on matters in extreme conditions of temperature, density, and acceleration. This volume enables readers to immerse themselves in the physics and technology of lasers while also gaining awareness about the most up-to-date developments in the field.

Zielgruppe

Researchers in the field of lasers and optoelectronics; seniors and graduate students in physics, electrical and materials engineering.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Balcou, Philippe

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Technik Allgemein Technische Optik, Lasertechnologie
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Elektromagnetismus Quantenoptik, Nichtlineare Optik, Laserphysik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

I. Overview of intense lasers II. Modeling a laser pulse III. Amplification and transportation IV. Stretching and compression: amplification chirped V. Characterization of intense lasers VI. Spectral and spatial control of intense lasers VII. Perspectives

Über Autor(innen)

Balcou, Philippe
Philippe Balcou is Director of the Intense Lasers and Applications Centre (CELIA UMR5107. - University Bordeaux 1 / CEA / CNRS); He was awarded the INPI Trophy for Innovation 2007 in the category research organization at national level. Celia, a research laboratory attached to the University Bordeaux 1, CNRS and CEA, in Talence (Gironde), operates in the field of high intensity lasers and high energy density.