Optics: Ultrashort And Ultraintense Laser Science Hardcover

Optics: Ultrashort and Ultraintense Laser Science delves into the physics of lasers that operate at the extreme limits of time and power. This volume covers the generation of femtosecond and attosecond pulses and the development of petawatt-class laser systems. It explores applications in particle acceleration, high-harmonic generation, and precision micromachining. For physicists and optical engineers, the book provides a sophisticated look at the light-matter interactions that occur at ultra-high intensities, opening new possibilities in fundamental science and industrial processing.