Physics of Intense Lasers

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.



Explores the general architecture of intense lasers, amplification, non-linear effects, temporal control for chirped pulse amplification, and final characterizationExamines new research avenues on matters in extreme conditions of temperature, density, and accelerationEnables readers to immerse themselves in the physics and technology of lasersFeatures the most up-to-date developments in the field