Author: Robert Loren Wagner
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Laser-plasma Electron Accelerators and Nonlinear, Relativistic Optics
Author: Robert Loren Wagner
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Relativistic Nonlinear Optics
Author: Donald P. Umstadter
Publisher: Kluwer Academic Pub
ISBN: 9781402076336
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
This book presents the first introduction and review of a new subfield of optics and plasma physics, dubbed relativistic nonlinear optics. It discusses the fundamental science of the interactions of the highest intensity light ever produced with matter, resulting in relativistic plasmas. Discussed are novel physical phenomena that are of interest to scientists engaged in fundamental physics, nonlinear optics and high-power lasers. Also reviewed are applications to a new generation of radiation sources with unique characteristics. Another application discussed is an advanced concept for laser-driven space propulsion. Unlike other books on related topics, this is a single-author text that begins by introducing the fundamental concepts, then presents the most important special topics, and lastly reviews several timely applications.
Publisher: Kluwer Academic Pub
ISBN: 9781402076336
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
This book presents the first introduction and review of a new subfield of optics and plasma physics, dubbed relativistic nonlinear optics. It discusses the fundamental science of the interactions of the highest intensity light ever produced with matter, resulting in relativistic plasmas. Discussed are novel physical phenomena that are of interest to scientists engaged in fundamental physics, nonlinear optics and high-power lasers. Also reviewed are applications to a new generation of radiation sources with unique characteristics. Another application discussed is an advanced concept for laser-driven space propulsion. Unlike other books on related topics, this is a single-author text that begins by introducing the fundamental concepts, then presents the most important special topics, and lastly reviews several timely applications.
Frontiers in High Energy Density Physics
Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 030908637X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
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.
Publisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 030908637X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
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.
Relativistic Nonlinear Electrodynamics
Author: Hamlet Karo Avetissian
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387300708
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
This is the first book on the subject matter of relativistic nonlinear electrodynamics The book presents new results on various nonlinear electromagnetic phenomena The topics discussed in the book will be the center of fundamental research in the next decade
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387300708
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
This is the first book on the subject matter of relativistic nonlinear electrodynamics The book presents new results on various nonlinear electromagnetic phenomena The topics discussed in the book will be the center of fundamental research in the next decade
Laser-Plasma Interactions
Author: Dino A. Jaroszynski
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1584887796
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
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
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1584887796
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
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
Author: Shalom Eliezer
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 084937605X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
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
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 084937605X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
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
Laboratory Visualization of Laser-driven Plasma Accelerators in the Bubble Regime
Author: Peng Dong
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Accurate single-shot visualization of laser wakefield structures can improve our fundamental understanding of plasma-based accelerators. Previously, frequency domain holography (FDH) was used to visualize weakly nonlinear sinusoidal wakes in plasmas of density n[subscript e] 0.6 x 1019/cm3 that produced few or no relativistic electrons. Here, I address the more challenging task of visualizing highly nonlinear wakes in plasmas of density n[subscript e] ~ 1 to 3 x 1019/cm3 that can produce high-quality relativistic electron beams. Nonlinear wakes were driven by 30 TW, 30 fs, 800 nm pump pulses. When bubbles formed, part of a 400 nm, co-propagating, overlapping probe pulse became trapped inside them, creating a light packet of plasma wavelength dimensions--that is, an optical "bullet"--That I reconstruct by FDH methods. As ne increased, the bullets first appeared at 0.8 x 1019/cm3, the first observation of bubble formation below the electron capture threshold. WAKE simulations confirmed bubble formation without electron capture and the trapping of optical bullets at this density. At n[subscript]1 x 1019/cm3, bullets appeared with high shot-to-shot stability together with quasi-monoenergetic relativistic electrons. I also directly observed the temporal walk-off of the optical bullet from the beam-loaded plasma bubble revealed by FDH phase shift data, providing unprecedented visualization of the electron injection and beam loading processes. There are five chapters in this thesis. Chapter 1 introduces general laser plasma- based accelerators (LPA). Chapter 2 discusses the FDH imaging technique, including the setup and reconstruction process. In 2006, Dr. N.H. Matlis used FDH to image a linear plasma wakefield. His work is also presented in Chapter 2 but with new analyses. Chapter 3, the main part of the thesis, discusses the visualization of LPAs in the bubble regime. Chapter 4 presents the concept of frequency domain tomography. Chapter 5 suggests future directions for research in FDH.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Accurate single-shot visualization of laser wakefield structures can improve our fundamental understanding of plasma-based accelerators. Previously, frequency domain holography (FDH) was used to visualize weakly nonlinear sinusoidal wakes in plasmas of density n[subscript e] 0.6 x 1019/cm3 that produced few or no relativistic electrons. Here, I address the more challenging task of visualizing highly nonlinear wakes in plasmas of density n[subscript e] ~ 1 to 3 x 1019/cm3 that can produce high-quality relativistic electron beams. Nonlinear wakes were driven by 30 TW, 30 fs, 800 nm pump pulses. When bubbles formed, part of a 400 nm, co-propagating, overlapping probe pulse became trapped inside them, creating a light packet of plasma wavelength dimensions--that is, an optical "bullet"--That I reconstruct by FDH methods. As ne increased, the bullets first appeared at 0.8 x 1019/cm3, the first observation of bubble formation below the electron capture threshold. WAKE simulations confirmed bubble formation without electron capture and the trapping of optical bullets at this density. At n[subscript]1 x 1019/cm3, bullets appeared with high shot-to-shot stability together with quasi-monoenergetic relativistic electrons. I also directly observed the temporal walk-off of the optical bullet from the beam-loaded plasma bubble revealed by FDH phase shift data, providing unprecedented visualization of the electron injection and beam loading processes. There are five chapters in this thesis. Chapter 1 introduces general laser plasma- based accelerators (LPA). Chapter 2 discusses the FDH imaging technique, including the setup and reconstruction process. In 2006, Dr. N.H. Matlis used FDH to image a linear plasma wakefield. His work is also presented in Chapter 2 but with new analyses. Chapter 3, the main part of the thesis, discusses the visualization of LPAs in the bubble regime. Chapter 4 presents the concept of frequency domain tomography. Chapter 5 suggests future directions for research in FDH.
Laser Plasma Physics
Author: Heinrich Hora
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781628412963
Category : Laser-plasma interactions
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
This book is an important reference work for the field of high-intensity and high-plasma-density laser-plasma interaction. It summarizes past advances and opens insights into the future. The book covers the essentials from a single particle to dense fluids, and from computational physics to applications for fusion energy or hadron cancer therapy. In addition, it contains clear explanations of the theory of electrodynamics, laser-driven hydrodynamics, Maxwell's stress tensor and Lorentz force, complex refractive index, and relativistic effects in plasmas. Beyond these classical aspects, the book indicates where quantum and classical theory converge. Topics new to this edition include: an introduction to the ponderomotive potential and an overview of related phenomena, including hydrodynamic derivation of nonlinear forces; Richard Feynman and the nonlinearity principle; application of ultrahigh plasma block acceleration for electrons above GeV energy; extremely dense ion blocks for non-thermal picosecond ignition of fusion; and the very first approach to economical power generation using boron fusion with complete exclusion of nuclear radiation problems.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781628412963
Category : Laser-plasma interactions
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
This book is an important reference work for the field of high-intensity and high-plasma-density laser-plasma interaction. It summarizes past advances and opens insights into the future. The book covers the essentials from a single particle to dense fluids, and from computational physics to applications for fusion energy or hadron cancer therapy. In addition, it contains clear explanations of the theory of electrodynamics, laser-driven hydrodynamics, Maxwell's stress tensor and Lorentz force, complex refractive index, and relativistic effects in plasmas. Beyond these classical aspects, the book indicates where quantum and classical theory converge. Topics new to this edition include: an introduction to the ponderomotive potential and an overview of related phenomena, including hydrodynamic derivation of nonlinear forces; Richard Feynman and the nonlinearity principle; application of ultrahigh plasma block acceleration for electrons above GeV energy; extremely dense ion blocks for non-thermal picosecond ignition of fusion; and the very first approach to economical power generation using boron fusion with complete exclusion of nuclear radiation problems.
Laser-Driven Sources of High Energy Particles and Radiation
Author: Leonida Antonio Gizzi
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030258505
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
This volume presents a selection of articles based on inspiring lectures held at the “Capri” Advanced Summer School, an original event conceived and promoted by Leonida Antonio Gizzi and Ralph Assmann that focuses on novel schemes for plasma-based particle acceleration and radiation sources, and which brings together researchers from the conventional accelerator community and from the high-intensity laser-matter interaction research fields. Training in these fields is highly relevant for ultra-intense lasers and applications, which have enjoyed dramatic growth following the development of major European infrastructures like the Extreme Light Infrastructure (ELI) and the EuPRAXIA project. The articles preserve the tutorial character of the lectures and reflect the latest advances in their respective fields. The volume is mainly intended for PhD students and young researchers getting started in this area, but also for scientists from other fields who are interested in the latest developments. The content will also appeal to radiobiologists and medical physicists, as it includes contributions on potential applications of laser-based particle accelerators.
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030258505
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
This volume presents a selection of articles based on inspiring lectures held at the “Capri” Advanced Summer School, an original event conceived and promoted by Leonida Antonio Gizzi and Ralph Assmann that focuses on novel schemes for plasma-based particle acceleration and radiation sources, and which brings together researchers from the conventional accelerator community and from the high-intensity laser-matter interaction research fields. Training in these fields is highly relevant for ultra-intense lasers and applications, which have enjoyed dramatic growth following the development of major European infrastructures like the Extreme Light Infrastructure (ELI) and the EuPRAXIA project. The articles preserve the tutorial character of the lectures and reflect the latest advances in their respective fields. The volume is mainly intended for PhD students and young researchers getting started in this area, but also for scientists from other fields who are interested in the latest developments. The content will also appeal to radiobiologists and medical physicists, as it includes contributions on potential applications of laser-based particle accelerators.
Relativistic Nonlinear Electrodynamics
Author: Hamlet Karo Avetissian
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319263846
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
This revised edition of the author’s classic 2006 text offers a comprehensively updated review of the field of relativistic nonlinear electrodynamics. It explores the interaction of strong and super-strong electromagnetic/laser radiation with the electromagnetic quantum vacuum and diverse types of matter – including free charged particles and antiparticles, acceleration beams, plasma and plasmous media. The appearance of laser sources of relativistic and ultra-relativistic intensities over the last decade has stimulated investigation of a large class of processes under such super-strong radiation fields. Revisions for this second edition reflect these developments and the book includes new chapters on Bremsstrahlung and nonlinear absorption of superintense radiation in plasmas, the nonlinear interaction of relativistic atoms with intense laser radiation, nonlinear interaction of strong laser radiation with Graphene, and relativistic nonlinear phenomena in solid-plasma targets under supershort laser pulses of ultrarelativistic intensities. The only book devoted to the subject of relativistic nonlinear electrodynamics, this second edition will be a valuable resource for graduate students and researchers involved in any aspect of the field, including those working with intense x-ray – gamma-ray lasers, the new generation of small size laser-plasma accelerators of superhigh energies and high-brightness particle beams.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319263846
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
This revised edition of the author’s classic 2006 text offers a comprehensively updated review of the field of relativistic nonlinear electrodynamics. It explores the interaction of strong and super-strong electromagnetic/laser radiation with the electromagnetic quantum vacuum and diverse types of matter – including free charged particles and antiparticles, acceleration beams, plasma and plasmous media. The appearance of laser sources of relativistic and ultra-relativistic intensities over the last decade has stimulated investigation of a large class of processes under such super-strong radiation fields. Revisions for this second edition reflect these developments and the book includes new chapters on Bremsstrahlung and nonlinear absorption of superintense radiation in plasmas, the nonlinear interaction of relativistic atoms with intense laser radiation, nonlinear interaction of strong laser radiation with Graphene, and relativistic nonlinear phenomena in solid-plasma targets under supershort laser pulses of ultrarelativistic intensities. The only book devoted to the subject of relativistic nonlinear electrodynamics, this second edition will be a valuable resource for graduate students and researchers involved in any aspect of the field, including those working with intense x-ray – gamma-ray lasers, the new generation of small size laser-plasma accelerators of superhigh energies and high-brightness particle beams.