High-Power Laser-Plasma Interaction

High-Power Laser-Plasma Interaction
Author: C. S. Liu
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2019-05-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1108618227

The field of high-power laser-plasma interaction has grown in the last few decades, with applications ranging from laser-driven fusion and laser acceleration of charged particles to laser ablation of materials. This comprehensive text covers fundamental concepts including electromagnetics and electrostatic waves, parameter instabilities, laser driven fusion,charged particle acceleration and gamma rays. Two important techniques of laser proton interactions including target normal sheath acceleration (TNSA) and radiation pressure acceleration (RPA) are discussed in detail, along with their applications in the field of medicine. An analytical framework is developed for laser beat-wave and wakefield excitation of plasma waves and subsequent acceleration of electrons. The book covers parametric oscillator model and studies the coupling of laser light with collective modes.

High Power Laser-Matter Interaction

High Power Laser-Matter Interaction
Author: Peter Mulser
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2010-07-05
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3540506691

Introduction and handbook to high-power laser-matter interaction, laser generated plasma, nonlinear waves, particle acceleration, nonlinear optics, nonlinear dynamics, radiation transport, it provides a systematic review of the major results and developments of the past 25 years.

The Interaction of High-Power Lasers with Plasmas

The Interaction of High-Power Lasers with Plasmas
Author: Shalom Eliezer
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2002-08-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1420033387

The Interaction of High-Power Lasers with Plasmas provides a thorough self-contained discussion of the physical processes occurring in laser-plasma interactions, including a detailed review of the relevant plasma and laser physics. The book analyzes laser absorption and propagation, electron transport, and the relevant plasma waves in detail. It al

Frontiers in High Energy Density Physics

Frontiers in High Energy Density Physics
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2003-05-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 030908637X

Recent scientific and technical advances have made it possible to create matter in the laboratory under conditions relevant to astrophysical systems such as supernovae and black holes. These advances will also benefit inertial confinement fusion research and the nation's nuclear weapon's program. The report describes the major research facilities on which such high energy density conditions can be achieved and lists a number of key scientific questions about high energy density physics that can be addressed by this research. Several recommendations are presented that would facilitate the development of a comprehensive strategy for realizing these research opportunities.

The Physics of Laser Plasmas and Applications - Volume 1

The Physics of Laser Plasmas and Applications - Volume 1
Author: Hideaki Takabe
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 399
Release: 2020-08-28
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030496139

The series of books discusses the physics of laser and matter interaction, fluid dynamics of high-temperature and high-density compressible plasma, and kinetic phenomena and particle dynamics in laser-produced plasma. The book (Vol.1) gives the physics of intense-laser absorption in matter and/or plasma in non-relativistic and relativistic laser-intensity regime. In many cases, it is explained with clear images of physics so that an intuitive understanding of individual physics is possible for non-specialists. For intense-laser of 1013-16 W/cm2, the laser energy is mainly absorbed via collisional process, where the oscillation energy is converted to thermal energy by non-adiabatic Coulomb collision with the ions. Collisionless interactions with the collective modes in plasma are also described. The main topics are the interaction of ultra-intense laser and plasma for the intensity near and over 1018W/cm2. In such regime, relativistic dynamics become essential. A new physics appears due to the relativistic effects, such as mass correction, relativistic nonlinear force, chaos physics of particle motions, and so on. The book provides clearly the theoretical base for challenging the laser-plasma interaction physics in the wide range of power lasers. It is suitable as a textbook for upper-undergraduate and graduate students as well as for readers who want to understand the whole physics structure about what happen when an intense-laser irradiates any materials including solids, gas etc. Explaining the physics intuitively without complicated mathematics, it is also a valuable resource for engineering students and researchers as well as for self-study.

Laser-Plasma Interactions

Laser-Plasma Interactions
Author: Dino A. Jaroszynski
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 454
Release: 2009-03-27
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1584887796

A Solid Compendium of Advanced Diagnostic and Simulation ToolsExploring the most exciting and topical areas in this field, Laser-Plasma Interactions focuses on the interaction of intense laser radiation with plasma. After discussing the basic theory of the interaction of intense electromagnetic radiation fields with matter, the book covers three ap

Applications of Laser-Plasma Interactions

Applications of Laser-Plasma Interactions
Author: Shalom Eliezer
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2008-12-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 084937605X

Recent advances in the development of lasers with more energy, power, and brightness have opened up new possibilities for exciting applications. Applications of Laser-Plasma Interactions reviews the current status of high power laser applications. The book first explores the science and technology behind the ignition and burn of imploded fusion fue

High-Power Laser-Plasma Interaction

High-Power Laser-Plasma Interaction
Author: C. S. Liu
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 307
Release: 2019-05-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1108480632

Covers parametric instabilities, laser charged particle acceleration, surface plasmonics and free electron lasers in depth.

Effects of High-Power Laser Radiation

Effects of High-Power Laser Radiation
Author: John Ready
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2012-12-02
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 032314991X

Effects of High-Power Laser Radiation describes the interactions between high-power laser beams and matter. This book is divided into eight chapters that particularly focus on interactions such as heating, melting, vaporization, and plasma production. The opening chapters examine the laser properties, types, measurement techniques, and safety aspects. The succeeding chapters deal with a variety of physical phenomena and mechanisms of laser-induced particle emission, as well as the initiation and development of gas breakdown phenomena. Other chapters explore the effects and damage of various interactions in transparent materials and on biological systems. The final chapter looks into the practical applications of the various laser effects to diverse technological fields. This book will prove useful to scientists interested in the physical phenomena of laser effects and engineers interested in practical applications of laser effects.

Atoms, Solids, and Plasmas in Super-Intense Laser Fields

Atoms, Solids, and Plasmas in Super-Intense Laser Fields
Author: Dimitri Batani
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2001-09-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780306466151

Proceedings of the 30th Course of the International School of Quantum Electronics on Atoms, Solids and Plasmas in Super-Intense Laser Fields, held 8-14 July, in Erice, Sicily