Tunable Laser Optics
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Table of contents
- Contentsvii
- Prefacexiii
- Chapter 1. Introduction to Lasers1
- 1.1 Introduction1
- 1.2 Lasers3
- 1.3 Excitation Mechanisms and Rate Equations5
- 1.4 Laser Resonators and Laser Cavities14
- Problems20
- References20
- Chapter 2. Dirac Optics23
- 2.1 Dirac Notation in Optics23
- 2.2 Interference25
- 2.3 Diffraction32
- 2.4 Refraction38
- 2.5 Reflection39
- 2.6 Angular Dispersion40
- 2.7 Dirac and the Laser41
- Problems42
- References42
- Chapter 3. The Uncertainty Principle in Optics45
- 3.1 Approximate Derivation of the Uncertainty Principle45
- 3.2 Applications of the Uncertainty Principle in Optics49
- Problems55
- References55
- Chapter 4. The Physics of Multiple-Prism Optics57
- 4.1 Introduction57
- 4.2 Generalized Multiple-Prism Dispersion58
- 4.3 Multiple-Prism Dispersion and Linewidth Narrowing64
- 4.4 Multiple-Prism Dispersion and Pulse Compression68
- 4.5 Applications of Multiple-Prism Arrays72
- Problems72
- References73
- Chapter 5. Linear Polarization75
- 5.1 Maxwell Equations75
- 5.2 Polarization and Reflection77
- 5.3 Polarizing Prisms79
- 5.4 Polarization Rotators85
- Problems90
- References91
- Chapter 6. Laser Beam Propagation Matrices93
- 6.1 Introduction93
- 6.2 ABCD Propagation Matrices93
- 6.3 Higher-Order Matrices111
- Problems114
- References114
- Chapter 7. Pulsed Narrow-Linewidth Tunable Laser Oscillators115
- 7.1 Introduction115
- 7.2 Transverse and Longitudinal Modes116
- 7.3 Tunable Laser Oscillator Architectures122
- 7.4 Wavelength-Tuning Techniques136
- 7.5 Polarization Matching144
- 7.6 Design of Efficient Narrow-Linewidth Tunable Laser Oscillators146
- 7.7 Narrow-Linewidth Oscillator-Amplifiers148
- Problems152
- References152
- Chapter 8. Nonlinear Optics157
- 8.1 Introduction157
- 8.2 Generation of Frequency Harmonics159
- 8.3 Optical Phase Conjugation167
- 8.4 Raman Shifting170
- 8.5 Applications of Nonlinear Optics172
- Problems174
- References174
- Chapter 9. Lasers and Their Emission Characteristics177
- 9.1 Introduction177
- 9.2 Gas Lasers178
- 9.3 Dye Lasers184
- 9.4 Solid-State Lasers189
- 9.5 Semiconductor Lasers193
- 9.6 Additional Lasers195
- References196
- Chapter 10. Architecture of N-Slit Interferometric Laser Optical Systems203
- 10.1 Introduction203
- 10.2 Optical Architecture of the N-Slit Laser Interferometer204
- 10.3 An Interferometric Computer208
- 10.4 Applications of the N-Slit Laser Interferometer211
- 10.5 Sensitometry222
- Problems224
- References225
- Chapter 11. Spectrometry and Interferometry227
- 11.1 Introduction227
- 11.2 Spectrometry227
- 11.3 Interferometry233
- Problems247
- References247
- Chapter 12. Physical Constants and Optical Quantities249
- 12.1 Fundamental Physical Constants249
- 12.2 Conversion Quantities250
- 12.3 Units of Optical Quantities250
- 12.4 Dispersion of Optical Materials250
- 12.5 δn/δT of Optical Materials251
- References252
- Appendix of Laser Dyes253
- Index267
Chapters will provide self-contained treatment of the topic as much as possible to allow the reader to go directly to the appropriate chapter to deal with a particular topic of concern. This sharp focus is necessary to maintain the emphasis, and to make this a practical reference. The knowledge and experience will integrate aspects of laser oscillators, laser amplifiers, laser systems, engineering of rugged laser cavities, design and engineering of laser-based instrumentation, and design of highly reliable laser systems for material processing applications.
* Provides a sharp focus practical aspects of reference material.
* Offers an approach that will be simple, direct, and focused only on lasers and optics
* Integrates aspects of laser oscillators, laser amplifiers, laser systems, engineering of rugged laser cavities, design and engineering of laser-based instrumentation, and design of highly reliable laser systems for material processing applications.
* Provides a sharp focus practical aspects of reference material.
* Offers an approach that will be simple, direct, and focused only on lasers and optics
* Integrates aspects of laser oscillators, laser amplifiers, laser systems, engineering of rugged laser cavities, design and engineering of laser-based instrumentation, and design of highly reliable laser systems for material processing applications.