Attosecond and Strong-Field Physics

Attosecond and Strong-Field Physics
Author: C. D. Lin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 419
Release: 2018-05-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1107197767

An introductory textbook on attosecond and strong field physics, covering fundamental theory and modeling techniques, as well as future opportunities and challenges.

Strong Field Laser Physics

Strong Field Laser Physics
Author: Thomas Brabec
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 590
Release: 2008-08-17
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0387347550

Due to the rapid progress in laser technology a wealth of novel fundamental and applied applications of lasers in atomic and plasma physics have become possible. This book focuses on the interaction of high intensity lasers with matter. It reviews the state of the art of high power laser sources, intensity laser-atom and laser-plasma interactions, laser matter interaction at relativistic intensities, and QED with intense lasers.

Attosecond and XUV Physics

Attosecond and XUV Physics
Author: Thomas Schultz
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 624
Release: 2013-11-13
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3527677658

This book provides fundamental knowledge in the fields of attosecond science and free electron lasers, based on the insight that the further development of both disciplines can greatly benefit from mutual exposure and interaction between the two communities. With respect to the interaction of high intensity lasers with matter, it covers ultrafast lasers, high-harmonic generation, attosecond pulse generation and characterization. Other chapters review strong-field physics, free electron lasers and experimental instrumentation. Written in an easy accessible style, the book is aimed at graduate and postgraduate students so as to support the scientific training of early stage researchers in this emerging field. Special emphasis is placed on the practical approach of building experiments, allowing young researchers to develop a wide range of scientific skills in order to accelerate the development of spectroscopic techniques and their implementation in scientific experiments. The editors are managers of a research network devoted to the education of young scientists, and this book idea is based on a summer school organized by the ATTOFEL network.

Attosecond Physics

Attosecond Physics
Author: Luis Plaja
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2013-07-31
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3642376231

Attophysics is an emerging field in physics devoted to the study and characterization of matter dynamics in the sub-femtosecond time scale. This book gives coverage of a broad set of selected topics in this field, exciting by their novelty and their potential impact. The book is written review-like. It also includes fundamental chapters as introduction to the field for non-specialist physicists. The book is structured in four sections: basics, attosecond pulse technology, applications to measurements and control of physical processes and future perspectives. It is a valuable reference tool for researchers in the field as well as a concise introduction to non-specialist readers.

Fundamentals of Attosecond Optics

Fundamentals of Attosecond Optics
Author: Zenghu Chang
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 536
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1420089382

Attosecond optical pulse generation, along with the related process of high-order harmonic generation, is redefining ultrafast physics and chemistry. A practical understanding of attosecond optics requires significant background information and foundational theory to make full use of these cutting-edge lasers and advance the technology toward the n

Attosecond and Strong-Field Physics

Attosecond and Strong-Field Physics
Author: C. D. Lin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 419
Release: 2018-05-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1108187250

Probing and controlling electrons and nuclei in matter at the attosecond timescale became possible with the generation of attosecond pulses by few-cycle intense lasers, and has revolutionized our understanding of atomic structure and molecular processes. This book provides an intuitive approach to this emerging field, utilizing simplified models to develop a clear understanding of how matter interacts with attosecond pulses of light. An introductory chapter outlines the structure of atoms and molecules and the properties of a focused laser beam. Detailed discussion of the fundamental theory of attosecond and strong-field physics follows, including the molecular tunnelling ionization model (MO-ADK theory), the quantitative rescattering (QRS) model, and the laser induced electronic diffraction (LIED) theory for probing the change of atomic configurations in a molecule. Highlighting the cutting-edge developments in attosecond and strong field physics, and identifying future opportunities and challenges, this self-contained text is invaluable for students and researchers in the field.

Strong Field Laser Physics

Strong Field Laser Physics
Author: Thomas Brabec
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 590
Release: 2008-09-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 038740077X

Due to the rapid progress in laser technology a wealth of novel fundamental and applied applications of lasers in atomic and plasma physics have become possible. This book focuses on the interaction of high intensity lasers with matter. It reviews the state of the art of high power laser sources, intensity laser-atom and laser-plasma interactions, laser matter interaction at relativistic intensities, and QED with intense lasers.

The Supercontinuum Laser Source

The Supercontinuum Laser Source
Author: Robert R. Alfano
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2016-02-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1493933264

This is the third edition of a well-known classic on ultrafast nonlinear and linear processes responsible for supercontinuum generation. Part I of the book reviews the progress achieved in experimental and theoretical understanding of the field, and goes over the applications developed since the discovery of the supercontinuum effect. The second part of the book covers recent research activity on supercontinuum phenomena and advances achieved since the publication of the previous edition. The new chapters specifically focus on: normal dispersion photonic band gap fibers; coherence in the supercontinuum; supercontinuum in the UV, NIR, and IR; and supercontinuum in XUV and X-rays for attosecond pulses. The Supercontinuum Laser Source is a definitive work by one of the discoverers of the white light effect. It is indispensable reading for any researcher or student working in the field of ultrafast laser physics.

Optical Interactions In Solids (2nd Edition)

Optical Interactions In Solids (2nd Edition)
Author: Baldassare Di Bartolo
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
Total Pages: 631
Release: 2010-06-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9813107839

Optical Interactions in Solids presents an extensive and unified treatment of the basic principles of the optical properties of solids. It provides a theoretical background to workers in the field of laser physics and absorption and fluorescence spectroscopy of solid state materials. The book is a comprehensive coverage of the subject and is systematically and didactically organized. The level of presentation is such that it will benefit and interest both advanced students and research workers. Group theory — which is useful throughout — is introduced early in the book advocating the scientific community to overcome the reluctance to employ this powerful method. Consistent emphasis is given throughout the book to the relevance of symmetry and to detailed calculations. Different subjects as various as quantum theory of radiation field, thermal vibrations of molecules and crystals and covalent bonding are brought together in a unified treatment which requires knowledge of all these topics and this points to the interpretation of the spectral properties of solids. The content of this work could be used as a two term graduate course in solid state spectroscopy.br>