Laser physics Books
Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Optics, Light and Lasers: The Practical Approach
Book SynopsisThis new, updated and enlarged edition of the successful and exceptionally well-structured textbook features new chapters on such hot topics as optical angular momentum, microscopy beyond the resolution limit, metamaterials, femtocombs, and quantum cascade lasers. It provides comprehensive and coherent coverage of fundamental optics, laser physics, and important modern applications, while equally including some traditional aspects for the first time, such as the Collins integral or solid immersion lenses. Written for newcomers to the topic who will benefit from the author's ability to explain difficult theories and effects in a straightforward and readily comprehensible way.Table of ContentsPreface xix 1 Light Rays 1 1.1 Light Rays in Human Experience 1 1.2 Ray Optics 2 1.3 Reflection 2 1.4 Refraction 3 1.5 Fermat’s Principle: The Optical Path Length 5 1.6 Prisms 8 1.7 Light Rays in Wave Guides 10 1.8 Lenses and Curved Mirrors 15 1.9 Matrix Optics 17 1.10 Ray Optics and Particle Optics 23 Problems 25 2 Wave Optics 29 2.1 Electromagnetic Radiation Fields 29 2.2 Wave Types 37 2.3 Gaussian Beams 40 2.4 Vector Light: Polarization 50 2.5 Optomechanics: Mechanical Action of Light Beams 58 2.6 Diffraction 63 2.7 Fraunhofer Diffraction 67 2.8 Fresnel Diffraction 71 2.9 Beyond Gaussian Beams: Diffraction Integral and ABCD Formalism 77 Problems 77 3 Light Propagation in Matter: Interfaces, Dispersion, and Birefringence 83 3.1 Dielectric Interfaces 83 3.2 Interfaces of Conducting Materials 89 3.3 Light Pulses in Dispersive Materials 94 3.4 Anisotropic Optical Materials 103 3.5 Optical Modulators 110 Problems 119 4 Light Propagation in Structured Matter 121 4.1 Optical Wave Guides and Fibers 122 4.2 Dielectric Photonic Materials 132 4.3 Metamaterials 143 Problems 147 5 Optical Images 149 5.1 Simple Lenses 149 5.2 The Human Eye 151 5.3 Magnifying Glass and Eyepiece 152 5.4 Microscopes 154 5.5 Scanning Microscopy Methods 161 5.6 Telescopes 166 5.7 Lenses: Designs and Aberrations 169 Problems 177 6 Coherence and Interferometry 181 6.1 Young’s Double Slit 181 6.2 Coherence and Correlation 182 6.3 The Double-Slit Experiment 185 6.4 Michelson interferometer: longitudinal coherence 191 6.5 Fabry–Pérot Interferometer 197 6.6 Optical Cavities 202 6.7 Thin Optical Films 208 6.8 Holography 210 6.9 Laser Speckle (Laser Granulation) 214 Problems 216 7 Light and Matter 219 7.1 Classical Radiation Interaction 220 7.2 Two-Level Atoms 229 7.3 Stimulated and Spontaneous Radiation Processes 239 7.4 Inversion and Amplification 242 Problems 246 8 The Laser 249 8.1 The Classic System: The He–Ne Laser 251 8.2 Other Gas Lasers 261 8.3 The Workhorses: Solid-State Lasers 268 8.4 Selected Solid-State Lasers 271 8.5 Tunable Lasers with Vibronic States 279 8.6 Tunable Ring Lasers 281 Problems 283 9 Laser Dynamics 285 9.1 Basic Laser Theory 285 9.2 Laser Rate Equations 291 9.3 Threshold-Less Lasers and Micro-lasers 295 9.4 Laser Noise 298 9.5 Pulsed Lasers 305 Problems 316 10 Semiconductor Lasers 319 10.1 Semiconductors 319 10.2 Optical Properties of Semiconductors 322 10.3 The Heterostructure Laser 330 10.4 Dynamic Properties of Semiconductor Lasers 339 10.5 Laser Diodes, Diode Lasers, and Laser Systems 345 10.6 High-Power Laser Diodes 348 Problems 350 11 Sensors for Light 353 11.1 Characteristics of Optical Detectors 354 11.2 Fluctuating Optoelectronic Quantities 357 11.3 Photon Noise and Detectivity Limits 359 11.4 Thermal Detectors 364 11.5 Quantum Sensors I: Photomultiplier Tubes 366 11.6 Quantum Sensors II: Semiconductor Sensors 370 11.7 Position and Image Sensors 374 Problems 377 12 Laser Spectroscopy and Laser Cooling 379 12.1 Laser-Induced Fluorescence (LIF) 379 12.2 Absorption and Dispersion 380 12.3 The Width of Spectral Lines 382 12.4 Doppler-Free Spectroscopy 388 12.5 Light Forces 394 Problems 404 13 Coherent Light–Matter Interaction 407 13.1 Weak Coupling and Strong Coupling 407 13.2 Transient Phenomena 410 14 Photons: An Introduction to Quantum Optics 417 14.1 Does Light Exhibit Quantum Character? 417 14.2 Quantization of the Electromagnetic Field 418 14.3 Spontaneous Emission 421 14.4 Resonance Fluorescence 427 14.5 Light Fields in Quantum Optics 435 14.6 Two-Photon Optics 444 14.7 Entangled Photons 448 Problems 455 15 Nonlinear Optics I: Optical Mixing Processes 457 15.1 Charged Anharmonic Oscillators 457 15.2 Second-Order Nonlinear Susceptibility 459 15.3 Wave Propagation in Nonlinear Media 464 15.4 Frequency Doubling 466 15.5 Sum and Difference Frequency 477 15.6 Optical Parametric Oscillators 479 Problems 482 16 Nonlinear Optics II: Four-Wave Mixing 485 16.1 Frequency Tripling in Gases 485 16.2 Nonlinear Refraction Coefficient (Optical Kerr Effect) 487 16.3 Self-Phase Modulation 494 Problems 495 A Mathematics for Optics 497 A.1 Spectral Analysis of Fluctuating Measurable Quantities 497 A.2 Time Averaging Formula 502 B.1 Temporal Evolution of a Two-State System 503 B.2 Density Matrix Formalism 504 B.3 Density of States 505 Bibliography 507 Index 519
£66.50
Springer International Publishing AG A Beginner’s Guide to Lasers and Their
Book SynopsisThis two-volume book provides an enriching insight into the laser, covering different types of lasers, the basic science behind the technology, their role at the cutting-edge of current scientific research, and their wide-ranging applications. With just high school physics as a prerequisite and favoring qualitative yet scientifically sound explanations over high-level mathematics, this book is aimed at a broad spectrum of readers in physics, chemistry, engineering, medicine, and biology. Its engaging and lucid presentation is enhanced with plenty of illustrations, making the world of the laser accessible to undergraduate students in the sciences and any other inquisitive readers with high school physics under their belts. Furthermore, the text is often laced with anecdotes, picked from history, that are bound to pique the minds of the readers. It is ideal for self-study or as a complement to courses on optics and optoelectronics. This volume, Part 1 of 2, explains the fundamentals of optics, what a laser is, how it works, and what is unique about the light it emits, from fundamental quantum theory through population inversion and cavity to common laser types. It is followed by Part 2 which depicts the many advances in science enabled by the laser, including spectroscopy, nonlinear optics, optical cooling and trapping, and optical tweezers, among many others, and provides a glimpse into the ways that the laser affects our lives via its uses in medicine, manufacturing, the nuclear industry, energy, defence, communication, ranging, pollution monitoring, art conservation, fashion, beauty, and entertainment.Table of ContentsTable of contents: PART I: Laser: An Insight CHAPTER 1. Introduction CHAPTER 2. Classical Optics: A general Overview CHAPTER 3. Bohr’s Atomic Theory: Energy Quantization CHAPTER 4. Laser: At a Glance CHAPTER 5. Population Inversion and Lasing Medium CHAPTER 6. Laser Resonator: Role on the Emission Features CHAPTER 7. Broadening of Gain and Its Bearing on the Laser Subtleties CHAPTER 8. Boosting the Performance of a Pulsed Laser: CHAPTER 9. Some Common Lasers
£30.44
Springer International Publishing AG Additive Manufacturing of Metals: From
Book SynopsisThis engaging volume presents the exciting new technology of additive manufacturing (AM) of metal objects for a broad audience of academic and industry researchers, manufacturing professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, hobbyists, and artists. Innovative applications ranging from rocket nozzles to custom jewelry to medical implants illustrate a new world of freedom in design and fabrication, creating objects otherwise not possible by conventional means.The author describes the various methods and advanced metals used to create high value components, enabling readers to choose which process is best for them. Of particular interest is how harnessing the power of lasers, electron beams, and electric arcs, as directed by advanced computer models, robots, and 3D printing systems, can create otherwise unattainable objects.A timeline depicting the evolution of metalworking, accelerated by the computer and information age, ties AM metal technology to the rapid evolution of global technology trends. Charts, diagrams, and illustrations complement the text to describe the diverse set of technologies brought together in the AM processing of metal. Extensive listing of terms, definitions, and acronyms provides the reader with a quick reference guide to the language of AM metal processing. The book directs the reader to a wealth of internet sites providing further reading and resources, such as vendors and service providers, to jump start those interested in taking the first steps to establishing AM metal capability on whatever scale. The appendix provides hands-on example exercises for those ready to engage in experiential self-directed learning.Trade Review“This book is dedicated to the special aspects valid for metals. … The fresh writing style, sometimes more like a storyteller, makes reading these many facts quite easy and understandable. … The interested reader can get a Jot of information about the topics one should deal with when working with additively manufactured metallic parts. lt gives a general roadmap where to start, what to learn and how it fits together.” (Ralph Bäßler, Materials and Corrosion, Vol. 69 (12), December, 2018)“This book … covers subjects from fundamental technology to rocket nozzles, medical implants, and custom jewelry. The author shares a multitude of useful footnotes and pages of references at the end. Also included are practical appendices for users. … I can heartedly recommend this book as a valuable reference and a good read for all interested in additive manufacturing.” (David Belforte, Industrial Laser Solutions For Manufacturing, industrial-lasers.com, November, 2017)Table of ContentsPreface.- Chapter 1: Envision. 1.1 Evolution of Metalworking.- 1.2 Advent of Computers.- Chapter 2: Additive Manufacturing Metal, The Art of the Possible. 2.1 AM Destinations: Novel Applications and Designs. 2.2 Artistic.- Chapter 3: On the Road to AM. 3.1 You are Here.- 3.2 AM Vehicles, the machines to take you there.- Chapter 4: Understanding Metal for Additive Manufacturing. 4.1 Structure. 4.2 Physical Properties.- Chapter 5: Lasers, Electron Beams, Plasma Arcs.- 5.1 The Molten Pool.- 5.2 Lasers.- Chapter 6: Computers, Solid Models and Robots.- 6.1 Computer Aided Design.- 6.2 Computer Aided Engineering.- Chapter 7: Origins of 3D Metal Printing.- 7.1 Plastic Prototyping and 3D Printing.- 7.2 Weld Cladding and 3D Weld Metal Buildup.- Chapter 8: Current System Configurations.- 8.1 Laser Powder Bed Fusion Systems.- 8.2 Laser Directed Energy Deposition Systems.- Chapter 9: Inspiration to 3D Design.- 9.1 Inspired Design.- 9.2 Elements of Design.- Chapter 10: Process Development.- 10.1 Parameter Selection.- 10.2 Parameter Optimization.- Chapter 11: Building, Post Processing and Inspecting.- 11.1 Building the Part.- 11.2 Post Processing and Finishing.- Chapter 12: Trends in Government, Industry, Research, Business.- 12.1 Government and Community.- 12.2 University and Corporate Research.- Acknowledgements.- Professional Society and Organization Links.- Terms and AM Jargon.- Acronyms.- References.- AM Machine and Service Resource Links.- About the Author.- Appendices.
£63.99
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Organic Nanostructures for Next Generation Devices
Book SynopsisThis jaw-dropping window on the future is the first comprehensive overview of the fabrication, fundamental properties, and applications of a new class of nanoscaled organic materials. These materials offer incredible scope to scientists wanting to exploit their optical and electronic properties and offer the potential to create a new generation of tiny devices with powerful applications. Altogether, the book offers a unique integration of organic materials science basics, nanostructured organic materials fabrication, and device applications.Table of ContentsFundamentals of Organic Film Growth and Characterisation.- Optical Characterization Methods for Ultrathin Nanoaggregates.- Growth.- Growth of Oriented Organic Nanoaggregates via Molecular Beam Deposition.- Tailored Organic Nanoaggregates Generated by Self-Assembly of Designed Functionalised p-Quaterphenylenes on Muscovite Mica Substrates.- Hot-Wall Epitaxial Growth of Films of Conjugated Molecules.- Crystallography of Ultrathin Organic Films and Nanoaggregates.- Growth and Electronic Structure of Homo- and Hetero-epitaxial Organic Nanostructures.- Mechanisms Governing the Growth of Organic Oligophenylene “Needles” on Au Substrates.- Optics.- Nanooptics Using Organic Nanofibers.- Optical Gain and Random Lasing in Self-Assembled Organic Nanofibers.- Applications.- Fabrication and Characterization of Self-Organized Nanostructured Organic Thin Films and Devices.- Device-Oriented Studies on Electrical, Optical, and Mechanical Properties of Individual Organic Nanofibers.- Device Treatment of Organic Nanofibers: Embedding, Detaching, and Cutting.
£161.99
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG TDLS 2009: Selected Papers of the 7th International Conference on Tunable Diode Laser Spectroscopy, (TDLS 2009), Zermatt, Switzerland, 13-17 July 2009
Book SynopsisSpecial issue of the 7th International Conference on Tunable Diode Laser Spectroscopy, held July 13-17, 2009 in Zermatt, Switzerland.The purpose of these meetings was to report and discuss the progress that has been made in the technical development of diode lasers and their applications in areas of fundamental research as well as real world applications of the technology. This was accomplished in a format encouraging strong interaction between researchers, device developers and semiconductor laser manufacturers. The relevant technologies include the original lead salt lasers, near-infrared diode lasers and the latest developments in mid-infrared quantum and interband cascade lasers, as well as nonlinear optical schemes.Table of ContentsFrom the contents: D.J. Hamilton, M.G.D. Nix, S.G. Baran, G. Hancock, A.J. Orr-Ewing: Optical feedback cavity-enhanced absorption spectroscopy (OF-CEAS) in a ring cavity.- T. Tsai, G.Wysocki: External-cavity quantum cascade lasers with fast wavelength scanning.- B. Hinkov, F. Fuchs,Q.K.Yang, J.M. Kaster, W. Bronner, R. Aidam, K. Köhler, J.Wagner: Time-resolved spectral characteristics of external-cavity quantum cascade lasers and their application to stand-off detection of explosive.- M. Rahim, A. Khiar, F. Felder,M. Fill, H. Zogg, M.W. Sigrist: 5-μm vertical external-cavity surface-emitting laser (VECSEL) for spectroscopic applications.- B. Grouiez, V. Zeninari, L. Joly, B. Parvitte: Pulsed quantum-cascade-laser spectroscopy with intermediate-size pulses: application to NH3 in the 10 μm region.- L. Nähle, P. Fuchs, M. Fischer, J. Koeth, A. Bauer, M. Dallner, F. Langer, S. Höfling, A. Forchel: Mid infrared interband cascade lasers for sensing applications.- M. Guinet, A.W.Mantz, D.Mondelain: Performance of a 12.49 meter folded path copper Herriott cell designed for temperatures between 296 and 20 K.- A.V. Gorelik, A.L. Ulasevich, F.N. Nikonovich, M.P. Zakharich, V.A. Firago, N.S. Kazak,V.S. Starovoitov: Miniaturized resonant photoacoustic cell of inclined geometry for trace-gas detection.- J. Hodgkinson, D.Masiyano, R.P. Tatam: Gas cells for tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy employing optical diffusers. Part 1: single and dual pass cells.- D. Masiyano, J.Hodgkinson, R.P. Tatam: Gas cells for tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy employing optical diffusers. Part 2: Integrating spheres.- D. Hofstetter, F.R.Giorgetta, E. Baumann, Q. Yang, C.Manz, K. Köhler: Mid-infrared quantum cascade detectors for applications in spectroscopy and pyrometry.- S. Schilt,K. Zogal, B.Kögel, P.Meissner, M. Maute, R. Protasio,M.-C. Amann: Spectral and modulation properties of a largely tunable MEMS-VCSEL in view of gas phase spectroscopy applications.- J. Chen, A. Hangauer, R. Strzoda, M.-C. Amann: Tunable diode laser spectroscopy with optimum wavelength scanning.
£116.99
Springer Us Principles of Lasers
Book SynopsisThis fifth edition of Principles of Lasers includes corrections to the previous edition as well as being the first available as an ebook. Its mission remains to provide a broad, unified description of laser behavior, physics, technology, and applications.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews of earlier editions:“Certainly, the student who is led into the laser field by this text is lucky. The text is excellent and filled with appropriate illustrations. The questions are also helpful as they highlight the important topics. All important types of lasers are considered and for each type the proper background is developed. For many years, this book has been the standard against which other textbooks in this field were measured, mostly unfavourably. This edition will certainly retain its top place.” (Optics & Laser Technology, 31, 1999)“Professor Svelto is himself a longtime laser pioneer and his text shows the breadth of his broad acquaintance with all aspects of the field … Anyone mastering the contents of this book will be well prepared to understand advanced treatises and research papers in laser science and technology.” (Arthur L. Schawlow, 1981 Nobel Laureate in Physics)“Already well established as a self-contained introduction to the physics and technology of lasers … Professor Svelto’s book, in this lucid translation by David Hanna, can be strongly recommended for self-study or teaching at the final-year undergraduate or first-year post-graduate levels.” (Physics Bulletin)“A thorough understanding of this book in conjunction with one of the existing volumes on laser safety will go a long way in providing the health physicist with the understanding he needs … Highly recommended.” (Health Physics)“Introduces laser science and technology with the accessibility appropriate for the nonspecialist and the enthusiasm of the pioneer.” (Laser Focus)“A very good introduction to laser theory and practice … aimed at upper-level undergraduate students. It is logically organized and easy to read … Most of the basic mathematical framework needed to understand this evolving field is presented. Every chapter contains a good set of problems, answers to some of which are given in the back.” (Sci-Tech News)From the reviews of the fifth edition:“The aim of the book is stated as ‘to provide a broad and unified description of laser behaviour at the simplest level which is compatible with a correct physical understanding’. … The index is comprehensive and helpful. The book is well-structured and illustrated with numerous black-and-white figures. … The overall quality of the making, the print and the paper is good. The book can be recommended without constraint especially to advanced undergraduate students who look for a broad overview of modern laser physics and technology.” (Manuel Vogel, Contemporary Physics, Vol. 53 (2) March-April, 2012)Table of ContentsIntroductory Concepts.- Interaction of Radiation with Atoms and Ions.- Energy Levels, Radiative, and Nonradiative Transitions in Molecules and Semiconductors.- Ray and Wave Propagation Through Optical Media.- Passive Optical Resonators.- Pumping Processes.- Continuous Wave Laser Behavior.- Transient Laser Behavior.- Solid-State, Dye, and Semiconductor Lasers.- Gas, Chemical, Free Electron, and X-Ray Lasers.- Properties of Laser Beams.- Laser Beam Transformation: Propagation, Amplification, Frequency Conversion, Pulse Compression, and Pulse Expansion.- Appendixes: Semiclassic Treatment of the Interaction of Radiation and Matter.- Line Shape Calculation for Collision Broadening.- Simplified Treatment of Amplified Spontaneous Emission.- Calculating Radiative Transition Rates of Molecular Transitions.- Space-Dependent Rate Equations.- Mode-Locking Theory: Homogeneous Line.- Propagation of a Laser Through a Dispersive Medium or a Gain Medium.- Higher Order Coherence.- Physical Constants and Useful Conversion Factors.- Answers to Selected Problems.- Index.
£80.99
Springer Nature Switzerland AG Springer Handbook of Atomic, Molecular, and
Book SynopsisComprises a comprehensive reference source that unifies the entire fields of atomic molecular and optical (AMO) physics, assembling the principal ideas, techniques and results of the field. 92 chapters written by about 120 authors present the principal ideas, techniques and results of the field, together with a guide to the primary research literature (carefully edited to ensure a uniform coverage and style, with extensive cross-references). Along with a summary of key ideas, techniques, and results, many chapters offer diagrams of apparatus, graphs, and tables of data. From atomic spectroscopy to applications in comets, one finds contributions from over 100 authors, all leaders in their respective disciplines. Substantially updated and expanded since the original 1996 edition, it now contains several entirely new chapters covering current areas of great research interest that barely existed in 1996, such as Bose-Einstein condensation, quantum information, and cosmological variations of the fundamental constants. A fully-searchable CD- ROM version of the contents accompanies the handbook.Table of Contents
£265.99
Royal Society of Chemistry Laserbased Techniques for Nanomaterials
Book SynopsisLaser technologies offer multiple benefits in the synthesis and characterisation of nanomaterials. A guide for experienced practitioners and those new to the field in laser-based techniques.
£189.05
Oxford University Press Beam
Book SynopsisBeam is the story of the race to make the laser, the three intense years from the birth of the laser idea to its breakthrough demonstration in a California laboratory. The quest was a struggle against physics, established wisdom, and the establishment itself. In 1954, Charles Townes invented the laser''s microwave cousin, the maser. The next logical step was to extend the same physical principles to the shorter wavelengths of light, but the idea did not catch fire until October 1957, when Townes asked Gordon Gould about Gould''s research on using light to excite thallium atoms. Each took the idea and ran with it. The independent-minded Gould sought the fortune of an independent inventor; the professorial Townes sought the fame of scientific recognition. Townes enlisted the help of his brother-in-law, Arthur Schawlow, and got Bell Labs into the race. Gould turned his ideas into a patent borth ation and a million-dollar defense contract. They soon had company. Ali Javan, one of Townes''Trade ReviewHecht tells the story of the several competing laboratories that were attempting in the late 1950s to use the phenomenon of simulated emisson to produce a coherent and monochromatic light source. The story is interesting in its own right, both to physicists and engineers interested in the intellectual climate of the time and to the general public as an example of excitement and competition within the scientific community. * CHOICE *Table of ContentsPREFACE; PROLOGUE; DRAMATIS PERSONAE; SOURCES; BIBLIOGRAPHY; INDEX
£36.09
Cambridge University Press Molecules and Clusters in Intense Laser Fields
Book SynopsisA thorough introduction to the physics of molecules and clusters in intense laser fields, covering both theoretical and experimental aspects of the subject. Presenting new research in the area of clusters in intense laser fields, the book will be of interest to graduate students and researchers.Trade ReviewReview of the hardback: '… an excellent introduction to laser-matter interactions and will serve as a useful reference book for both students and researchers alike. what sets the book apart from previous publications is that it deals with the relatively new area of clusters interacting with intense laser pulses.' D. Dundas, Contemporary PhysicsTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Ultra-high intensity based on Ti:Sapphire Philip F. Taday and Andrew J. Langley; 2. Diatomic molecules in intense laser fields Jan H. Posthumus and James F. McCann; 3. Small polyatomic molecules in intense laser fields C. Cornaggia; 4. Coherent control in intense laser fields Eric Charron and Brian Sheehy; 5. Experimental studies of laser-heated rare gas clusters M. Lezius and M. Schmidt; 6. Single cluster explosions and high harmonic generation John W. G. Tisch and Emma Springate; 7. Intense laser interaction with extended cluster media Roland A. Smith and Todd Ditmire.
£42.99
Cambridge University Press Principles of Lasers and Optics
Book SynopsisThis 2005 book describes both the fundamental principles of the laser and the propagation and application of laser radiation in bulk and guided-wave components. All solid state, gas and semiconductor lasers are analysed in a uniform manner as macroscopic devices with susceptibility originating from quantum mechanical interactions.Trade Review'… excellent addition to the student literature on lasers and optics … It is clear that Chang has taught this material often, and his enthusiasm is apparent. He anticipates student concerns and takes the discussion through to completion.' The Times Higher Education SupplementTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Scalar wave equations and diffraction of laser radiation; 2. Gaussian modes in optical laser cavities and Gaussian beam optics; 3. Guided wave modes and their propagation; 4. Guided wave interactions and photonic devices; 5. Macroscopic properties of materials from stimulated emission and absorption; 6. Solid state and gas laser amplifier and oscillator; 7. Semiconductor lasers; Index.
£67.99
Cambridge University Press Principles of Lasers and Optics
Book SynopsisThis 2005 book describes both the fundamental principles of the laser and the propagation and application of laser radiation in bulk and guided-wave components. All solid state, gas and semiconductor lasers are analysed in a uniform manner as macroscopic devices with susceptibility originating from quantum mechanical interactions.Trade Review'… excellent addition to the student literature on lasers and optics … It is clear that Chang has taught this material often, and his enthusiasm is apparent. He anticipates student concerns and takes the discussion through to completion.' The Times Higher Education SupplementTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Scalar wave equations and diffraction of laser radiation; 2. Gaussian modes in optical laser cavities and Gaussian beam optics; 3. Guided wave modes and their propagation; 4. Guided wave interactions and photonic devices; 5. Macroscopic properties of materials from stimulated emission and absorption; 6. Solid state and gas laser amplifier and oscillator; 7. Semiconductor lasers; Index.
£51.21
Cambridge University Press Molecules and Clusters in Intense Laser Fields
Book SynopsisA thorough introduction to the physics of molecules and clusters in intense laser fields, covering both theoretical and experimental aspects of the subject. Presenting new research in the area of clusters in intense laser fields, the book will be of interest to graduate students and researchers.Trade ReviewReview of the hardback: '… an excellent introduction to laser-matter interactions and will serve as a useful reference book for both students and researchers alike. what sets the book apart from previous publications is that it deals with the relatively new area of clusters interacting with intense laser pulses.' D. Dundas, Contemporary PhysicsTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Ultra-high intensity based on Ti:Sapphire Philip F. Taday and Andrew J. Langley; 2. Diatomic molecules in intense laser fields Jan H. Posthumus and James F. McCann; 3. Small polyatomic molecules in intense laser fields C. Cornaggia; 4. Coherent control in intense laser fields Eric Charron and Brian Sheehy; 5. Experimental studies of laser-heated rare gas clusters M. Lezius and M. Schmidt; 6. Single cluster explosions and high harmonic generation John W. G. Tisch and Emma Springate; 7. Intense laser interaction with extended cluster media Roland A. Smith and Todd Ditmire.
£158.65
Springer Progress in Electron Properties of Solids Festschrift in honour of Franco Bassani 10 Physics and Chemistry of Materials with LowDimensional Structures
Book SynopsisOptical and Transport Properties.- Theory of bands, bonds, and optical properties of semiconductors.- Atomic pseudo-Hamiltonians for Quantum Monte Carlo.- On the electronic and structural properties of small clusters.- ABC theory vs. ABC free theory of exciton polariton.- Temperature dependence of the band structure of semiconductors: electron-phonon interaction.- Piezospectroscopy: electronic states and phonons in semiconductors and insulators.- Polaronic effects on free and harmonically bound electrons in magnetic field.- Spectroscopy with synchrotron radiation.- Theoretical studies of the transient response of highly photoexcited carriers in semiconductors.- Optical spectroscopy in transition-metal dichalcogenides.- Lifetime measurements of KBr:Tl+ by a multifrequency phase fluorometer.- Excitons, Correlations and Collective Phenomena.- Exciton interactions. Interaction between bound excitons and impurities as well as between bound excitons.- Exciton interactions. Interactions of free excitons.- The spectral manifestation of weakly coupled mixed states of excitons and lattice deformation.- Two-particle Coulomb systems in a magnetic field.- A simple approach for estimating Auger decay rates and resonances energies in molecules.- Ordering transitions induced by Coulomb interactions.- Pinned charge density waves as models of glassy behavior.- Renormalized Boltzmann equation and Fermi liquid theory for strongly disordered electron systems.- Nonlinear Optics.- Nonlinear magnetooptics in solids.- Dynamics of the coherent and noncoherent nonlinear susceptibility in CuCl.- Multiphoton spectroscopy in direct and indirect gap materials.- Superconductivity.- Superconductivity energy gaps in the high-Tc layered cuprates.- Photoemission studies of YBa2Cu3O7 and related high temperature superconductors.- Understanding the oxide superconductors.- Surfaces, quantum wells and superlattices.- Optical properties of semiconductors surfaces.- Plasmons of a single graphite layer floating on a metal surface.- Electronic states in semiconductor superlattices and quantum wells.- Electronic states and optical transitions in quantum wells.- A self energy approach for optical transition energies in semiconductors and superlattices.- Three-wave mixing via subband levels in inversion layers and in quantum wells.- Electronic spectra of solids, impurities and superstructures with the recursion and renormalization methods.- Core excitons in strained-layer superlattices.- Quantum harmonic oscillator in a magnetic field: an example of holomorphic representation.Trade Review`In summary, this is an impressive and eclectic collection of papers dealing with both theory and experiment of electrons in solids. Since the book honors a noted scientist's influence on his fellow physicists, cohesiveness has been limited by comprehensiveness. This book is recommended for the specialist wishing a well-written account of some of the important advances in the field.' Journal of the American Chemical Society, 112:24, 1990Table of ContentsOptical and Transport Properties.- Theory of bands, bonds, and optical properties of semiconductors.- Atomic pseudo-Hamiltonians for Quantum Monte Carlo.- On the electronic and structural properties of small clusters.- ABC theory vs. ABC free theory of exciton polariton.- Temperature dependence of the band structure of semiconductors: electron-phonon interaction.- Piezospectroscopy: electronic states and phonons in semiconductors and insulators.- Polaronic effects on free and harmonically bound electrons in magnetic field.- Spectroscopy with synchrotron radiation.- Theoretical studies of the transient response of highly photoexcited carriers in semiconductors.- Optical spectroscopy in transition-metal dichalcogenides.- Lifetime measurements of KBr:Tl+ by a multifrequency phase fluorometer.- Excitons, Correlations and Collective Phenomena.- Exciton interactions. Interaction between bound excitons and impurities as well as between bound excitons.- Exciton interactions. Interactions of free excitons.- The spectral manifestation of weakly coupled mixed states of excitons and lattice deformation.- Two-particle Coulomb systems in a magnetic field.- A simple approach for estimating Auger decay rates and resonances energies in molecules.- Ordering transitions induced by Coulomb interactions.- Pinned charge density waves as models of glassy behavior.- Renormalized Boltzmann equation and Fermi liquid theory for strongly disordered electron systems.- Nonlinear Optics.- Nonlinear magnetooptics in solids.- Dynamics of the coherent and noncoherent nonlinear susceptibility in CuCl.- Multiphoton spectroscopy in direct and indirect gap materials.- Superconductivity.- Superconductivity energy gaps in the high-Tc layered cuprates.- Photoemission studies of YBa2Cu3O7 and related high temperature superconductors.- Understanding the oxide superconductors.- Surfaces, quantum wells and superlattices.- Optical properties of semiconductors surfaces.- Plasmons of a single graphite layer floating on a metal surface.- Electronic states in semiconductor superlattices and quantum wells.- Electronic states and optical transitions in quantum wells.- A self energy approach for optical transition energies in semiconductors and superlattices.- Three-wave mixing via subband levels in inversion layers and in quantum wells.- Electronic spectra of solids, impurities and superstructures with the recursion and renormalization methods.- Core excitons in strained-layer superlattices.- Quantum harmonic oscillator in a magnetic field: an example of holomorphic representation.
£999.99
Springer Analogies in Optics and Micro Electronics Selected Contributions on Recent Developments
Book SynopsisI: Principles and Basic Concepts.- 1. Playing with electrons and photons in rings.- 2. What to expect from similarities between the Schrödinger and Maxwell equations.- 3. Synergetics as a theory of analogous behavior of systems.- 4. Density of states of electrons and electromagnetic waves in one-dimensional random media.- 5. Classical light waves and spinors.- II: Coherent Optics.- 6. Towards observation of Anderson localization of light.- 7. Photon localization: the inhibition of electromagnetism in certain dielectrics.- 8. Photonic band structure.- 9. Optical level crossings.- 10. Berry's phases in optics.- III: Coherent Electronics.- 11. Aharonov-Bohm oscillations and non-local electronic conduction.- 12. Phase-sensitive voltage measurements.- 13. Quantum point contacts and coherent electron focusing.- 14. Charge build-up and intrinsic bistability in resonant tunneling.- 15. Electrons as guided waves in laboratory structures: strengths and problems.Table of ContentsI: Principles and Basic Concepts.- 1. Playing with electrons and photons in rings.- 2. What to expect from similarities between the Schrödinger and Maxwell equations.- 3. Synergetics as a theory of analogous behavior of systems.- 4. Density of states of electrons and electromagnetic waves in one-dimensional random media.- 5. Classical light waves and spinors.- II: Coherent Optics.- 6. Towards observation of Anderson localization of light.- 7. Photon localization: the inhibition of electromagnetism in certain dielectrics.- 8. Photonic band structure.- 9. Optical level crossings.- 10. Berry’s phases in optics.- III: Coherent Electronics.- 11. Aharonov-Bohm oscillations and non-local electronic conduction.- 12. Phase-sensitive voltage measurements.- 13. Quantum point contacts and coherent electron focusing.- 14. Charge build-up and intrinsic bistability in resonant tunneling.- 15. Electrons as guided waves in laboratory structures: strengths and problems.
£999.99
Springer Quantum Statistics of Linear and Nonlinear Optical Phenomena
Book SynopsisThe quantum statistical properties of radiation represent an important branch of modern physics with rapidly increasing applications in spectroscopy, quantum generators of radiation, optical communication, etc.Table of Contents1. Introduction.- 2. Quantum Theory Of The Electromagnetic Field.- 3. Optical Correlation Phenomena.- 4. Coherent-State Description Of The Electromagnetic Field.- 5. Special States Of The Electromagnetic Field.- 6. Review Of Nonlinear Optical Phenomena.- 7. Heisenberg Langevin and Master Equations Approaches to the Statistical Properties of Radiation Interacting with Matter.- 8. Quantum Statistics Of Radiation In Random Media.- 9. Theory of Coherence and Photon Statistics of Classical and Nonclassical Light on a Microscopic Basis.- 10. Quantum Statistics Of Radiation In Nonlinear Media.- 11. Experiments for the Generation of Nonclassical Light (Antibunched, Sub-Poisson and Squeezed).- 12. Chaotic Behaviour in Quantum Optics.- Conclusions.- References.
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Springer Organic Molecules for Nonlinear Optics and Photonics Workshop Proceedings 194 Nato Science Series E
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, La Rochelle, France, August 26-September 1, 1990Table of ContentsTowards the Calculations of Polarizabilities of Infinite Polymeric Chains.- Conjugated Polymers: On the Parallel Between the Electrical Conduction Mechanism and the Nonlinear Optical Response..- On the Calculation of the Hyperpolarizabilities of Organic Molecules by the Sum Over Virtual Excited States Method.- Impact of Electron Quantum Confinement on Optical Nonlinearities.- Structural and Electronic Properties of Push-Pull Conjugated Molecules: A Theoretical Investigation of p-Amino-p’ Nitrodiphenylacetylene Compounds.- Polar and Non-Polar Organic Molecules, Crystals and Langmuir-Blodgett Films for Quadratic Nonlinear Optics.- Design Considerations for Multi Component Molecular-Polymeric Nonlinear Optical Materials.- Empirical Systematics of Molecular Quadratic Optical Polarizability.- Surface and Adsorbate Analysis by Second-Harmonic Generation.- New Molecular Design for Noncentrosymmetric Crystal Structures: Lambda shape Molecules for Frequency Doubling.- Study of Novel Class of Second Order Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Polyurethanes.- EFISH Studies of Stilbene- and Thiophene-Derivatives.- Surface Second Harmonic Generation in Total Reflection.- Second Order Hyperpolarisabilities and Conformations of Functionalized Copolymers.- NPNN: A New Ferromagnetic Optically Nonlinear Organic Compound.- Second Harmonic Generation from Amphiphilic Dyes at the Air-Water Interface.- Strategy for Optimization of Molecular Materials for Nonlinear Optics and Photonics.- Excited State Nonlinear Optics.- Influence of Conformation on Two-Photon Spectra of Polyalkylthiophene.- Advances in the Synthesis of Electroactive Materials and in the Characterisation of Mechanisms of NLO Activity..- Thiophene Based Conjugated Polymers: THG Spectroscopy and Transient Photogenerated Polaron Enhancement of Cubic Optical Nonlinearity.- Electronic Properties of Conjugated Polymers with Aromatic or Hetero-Aromatic Cycle.- Oriented Conjugated Polymers for Nonlinear Optics: Properties of a Liquid Crystalline Polyacetylene. Epitaxial Growth of a Polydiacetylene PDCH.- Third Order Nonlinear Optical Effects in Conjugated Polymers and Dye Systems.- Phase Conjugation under Picosecond Two-Photon Absorption in Polydiacetylenes.- Relaxation of One- and Two-Photon Excitations in a Polydiacetylene Red Form: Frequency and Phase Resolved Analysis.- Excited State Absorption and Optical Limiting in Solutions of Metallophthalocyanines.- Third Order Optical Nonlinearities in Metal Dithiolate Complexes.- Nonlinear Optical Studies of Transition Metal Containing Conjugated Organic Monomeric and Polymeric Systems.- Organic Thin Films for Quadratic Optics.- Poled Epoxy Polymers for Optoelectronics.- Poled Glassy Polymers and Metallated Macrocycles for Nonlinear Optics.- Electrooptic Organic Waveguides: Optical Characterization.- Optoelectronic Devices with Nonlinear Polymers.- Two-Photon Absorption in Polydiacetylene Based Waveguides: Its Origin and Its Consequences..- Second Harmonic Generation from Langmuir Layers and Langmuir-Blodgett Films.- An Adaptation of the Prism-Film Coupler Method Used to Study PVA/Chrysoidin Non-linear Waveguides.
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Springer The Theory of Sprays and Finsler Spaces with Applications in Physics and Biology 58 Fundamental Theories of Physics
Book SynopsisPreface.- 0. Introductory Geometrical Background.- 1. Finsler Metrics.- 2. Connections in Finsler Spaces.- 3. Special Finsler Spaces.- 4. Finslerian Physics.- 5. Finslerian Biology.- References.Table of ContentsPreface. 0. Introductory Geometrical Background. 1. Finsler Metrics. 2. Connections in Finsler Spaces. 3. Special Finsler Spaces. 4. Finslerian Physics. 5. Finslerian Biology. References. Index.
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Springer Applied Magnetism Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute Erice Sicily Italy 253 Nato Science Series E
Book SynopsisThe Physics of Magnetic Recording.- Magnetic Information Storage.- The Magnetic Properties of Fine Particles.- Magnetic Separation.- Domains and Domain Walls in Soft Magnetic Materials, Mostly.- Permanent Magnets.- Magnetoresistance.- Thin Film Magneto-optics.- Microwave and Optical Magnetics.- A Scientific Basis for Computational Magnetics.Table of ContentsPreface. The Physics of Magnetic Recording; H.N. Bertram. Magnetic Information Storage; M.H. Kryder. The Magnetic Properties of Fine Particles; R.W. Chantrell, K. O'Grady. Magnetic Separation; R. Gerber. Domains and Domain Walls in Soft Magnetic Materials, Mostly; J. Miltat. Permanent Magnets; G. Asti, M. Solzi. Magnetoresistance; D.J. Mapps. Thin Film Magneto-Optics; P.H. Lissberger. Microwave and Optical Magnetics; D.D. Stancil. A Scientific Basis for Computational Magnetics; P.P. Silvester. Index.
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Springer Adaptive Optics for Astronomy Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute Cargese Corse France June 29July 9 1993 423 Nato Science Series C
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Cargèse, Corse, France, June 29--July 9, 1993Table of ContentsPreface. Part I: The Problematics of Adaptive Optics. Introduction to Wave Optics; C.A. Haniff. Atmospheric Turbulence Optical Effects: Understanding the Adaptive Optics Implications; D.L. Fried. Atmospheric Adaptive Optics Applications; V.P. Lukin. Modelling Atmospheric Turbulence Effects on Ground-Based Telescope Systems; L.W. Bradford, S.M. Flatté, C.E. Max. Servo-Loop Analysis for Adaptive Optics; M. Demerlé, P.Y. Madec, G. Rousset. The Problematics of Adaptive Optics Design; F. Roddier. Part II: Critical Components and Systems. Wavefront Sensing; G. Rousset. Optimization of Wavefront Sensors for the Highest Accuracy and Sensitivity; J.R.P. Angel. Deformable Mirrors; E.N. Ribak. Astronomical Reference Sources; F. Rigaut. Sodium-Layer Laser Guide Stars; H.W. Friedman. Synthetic Beacons for Atmospheric Compensation; D.P. Greenwood, R.R. Parenti. Sodium Beacon Used for Adaptive Optics on the Multiple Mirror Telescope; B.J. Carter, et al. Evaluating the Performance of Adaptive Optical Telescopes; B.M. Welsh, M.C. Roggemann. Integrated Adaptive Optics Systems; E.H. Richardson. Stray Radiation Issues in Astronomical Systems with Adaptive Optics; S.M. Pompea. Active Compensation of Global Wavefront Tilts; E. Ballesteros, T. Viera, F. Lorenzo, M. Reyes, J.A. Bonet, C. Martin. Part III: Astrophysics with Adaptive Optics. The Impact of Adaptive Optics on Focal Plane Instrumentation; S.T. Ridgway. Prospects for Alternative Approaches to Adaptive Optics; A.H. Greenaway. Adaptive Optics for Long Baseline Optical Interferometry; J.-M. Mariotti. Astrophysics with Adaptive Optics: Results and Challenges; P. Léna.Index.
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Springer Infrared Astronomy with Arrays The Next Generation 190 Astrophysics and Space Science Library
Book Synopsis3 Near Infrared Imaging with Arrays: Chair:.- 4 Spectroscopy with ir Arrays: Chair:.- 5 Near ir Imaging & Spectroscopy: Posters.- 6 10 And 20 Micron Imaging: Chair:.- 7 Surveys with ir Arrays: Chair:.- 8 New Facilities with ir Arrays: Chair:.- 9 IR Techniques: Posters.- 10 Meet the Industry Special Session; Co-chairs:.- 11 Detectors: Current Performance & Future Trends: Chair:.- 12 New Applications of ir Arrays: Chair:.- 13 Applications of ir Arrays: Posters.Table of Contents1. Preface. 2. Welcome. 3. Near Infrared Imaging with Arrays. 4. Spectroscopy with IR Arrays. 5. Near IR Imaging and Spectroscopy. 6. 10 and 20 micron Imaging. 7. Surveys with IR Arrays. 8. New Facilities with IR Arrays. 9. IR Techniques: Posters. 10. Meet the Industry. 11. Detectors: Current Performance and Future Trends. 12. New Applications of IR Arrays. 13. Applications of IR Arrays. 14. Index.
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Springer Quantum Optics and Fundamentals of Physics 63 Fundamental Theories of Physics
Book Synopsis1 Introduction.- 2 Fundamentals of quantum theroy.- 2.1 Axioms of quantum mechanics.- 2.2 More on quantum mechanics: states, observables and yes-no experiments.- 2.3 Time evolution.- 2.4 Uncertainty relations.- 2.5 Symmetries.- 2.6 Canonical quantization.- 2.7 Identical particles and the second quantization.- 2.8 Quantization of the free electromagnetic field.- 2.9 Quantum correlation functions and their properties.- 2.10 Appendix: mathematical tools.- 3 Quantum theory of measurement.- 3.1 Foundation of quantum measurement.- 3.2 Formalism of quantum measurement.- 3.3 Quantum optical measurements.- 3.4 Quantum phase.- 3.5 Linear amplifiers.- 3.6 Quantum nondemolition measurement.- 3.7 High-precision measurement and detection of gravitational waves.- 4 Coherent states.- 4.1 The general notion of the coherent state.- 4.2 Coherent states associated with Lie groups.- 4.3 Coherent states of the harmonic oscillator.- 4.4 Squeezed states.- 4.5 Spin coherent states.- 4.6 Heisenberg-Langevin approach to quantum statistics.- 4.7 Schrödinger approach to quantum statistics master equation and generalized Fokker-Planck equation.- 4.8 Generalized superposition of coherent fields and quantum noise.- 5 Nonclassical optical phenomena and their relations.- 5.1 Quadrature squeezing squeezing of vacuum fluctuations.- 5.2 Antibunching of photons.- 5.3 Photon-number squeezing sub-Poissonian photon statistics.- 5.4 Oscillations in photon distributions.- 5.5 Quantum phase.- 5.6 Indirect measurements of quasidistributions.- 5.7 Relations of quantum features of light.- 5.8 Interaction of a single atom with light cavity quantum electrodynamics and cavity quantum optics.- 6 Photon interferences and correlations.- 6.1 Second-order interferences.- 6.2 Fourth-order interferences Hanbury Brown-Twiss correlations.- 6.3 Higher-order phenomena.- 6.4 Single photon interferences.- 6.5 Wave-particle duality.- 6.6 Methods involving frequency down conversion and feedbacks.- 7 Quantum optical and Bell's.- 7.1 Inequalities of quantum optics and their interpretation.- 7.2 Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen paradox and Bell's inequalities.- 8 Quantum optical experiments supporting quantum theory.- 8.1 Single-photon interference experiments.- 8.2 Polarization correlation experiments.- 8.3 Experiments with feedbacks.- 8.4 Experiments with squeezed light.- 8.5 Experiments with sub-Poisson light.- 8.6 Experiments with frequency down conversion.- 9 Conclusions.- References.Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Introduction. 2. Fundamentals of quantum theory. 3. Quantum theory of measurement. 4. Coherent states. 5. Nonclassical optical phenomena and their relations. 6. Photon interferences and correlations. 7. Quantum optical and Bell's inequalities. 8. Quantum optical experiments supporting quantum theory. 9. Conclusions. References. Index.
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Springer Fundamentals of Bidirectional Transmission over a Single Optical Fibre 2 SolidState Science and Technology Library
Book SynopsisBidirectional transmission over optical fibre networks may yield a large cost reduction because of the reduction of the network infrastructure by a factor two and the potential cost reduction by an integrated transceiver design.Table of Contents1: Introduction. 2: Network Aspects. 2.1. Network Topology. 2.2. Frequency Management. 3: Physical Aspects. 3.1. Reciprocity. 3.2. Polarisation. 3.3. Rayleigh Backscattering. 3.4. Stimulated Brillouin Scattering. 3.5. Four-Wave Mixing. 4: Transmission Aspects. 4.1. Bidirectional Multiplexing. 4.2. Crosstalk in a Bidirectional Direct-Detection System. 4.3. Crosstalk in a Bidirectional Coherent System. 4.4. Optical Amplifiers. 5: Polarisation Handling. 5.1. Overview. 5.2. Common Polarisation Control. 5.3. Common Data-Induced Polarisation Switching. 6: Conclusions and Guidelines. 6.1. Conclusions. 6.2. Guidelines for Bidirectional System Design. List of Abbreviations. List of Symbols. Index.
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Springer High Power Lasers Science and Engineering Science and Engineering Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute Karlovy Vary Czech Republic 7 Nato Science Partnership Subseries 3
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic, July 16-29, 1995Table of ContentsPart I: Design Aspects. Characteristics of High Power CO2 Lasers; W.J. Witteman. Electric-Discharge Pumping; I. Spalding. Spatial and Temporal Scales of Active Medium Inhomogeneities in High Power Gas Lasers; V.L. Moshkov. Gas Lasers with Plasmodynamic Pumping; Yu.S. Protasov. Study of Gain Media for High Power Gas Flow Lasers; V.V. Naumov, et al. On Unstable Resonators Producing Compact Output Beam; N.D. Cherepenin, et al. Dynamics of Lasers with Passive and Active Modulation of Losses; L.A. Kotomtseva. The Time Evolution of the Electric Characteristics of a Laser Discharge Through Their Waveforms of the Voltage and the Current; P. Persephonis, et al. Metal Vapour Lasers; G.P. Hogan. Design and Analysis of a Deep UV Laser Based on Ce3+:LiSrAIF6; T.R. Nelson, et al. Simultaneous Emission in UV and IR Region in a Sliding Discharge Excited Laser; A. Grozdanov, et al. Experimental and Theoretical Results of High Optical Quality Excimer Laser Beams; S. Bollanti, et al. A High Efficiency Soft X-Ray Laser in the 25-30 nm Spectral Region; R. Rus, et al. The Asterix IV Iodine Laser: Performance and Applications; H. Baumhacker, et al. Part II: Optics. High Power Solid State Lasers with Phase Conjugation for Applications with High Beam Quality; H.J. Eichler, et al. Laser Resonator Concepts; S.G. Anikitchev. Variable Reflectivity Mirror Unstable Resonator Thermal Lens Compensated by a Deformable Rear Mirror; N. Pavel, et al. Beam Transport Optics for Highpower Laser Systems; J.R. Taylor. Highpower UV Excilamps; V.F. Tarasenko, et al. Reproducible Ultrashort Pulses and Multistable Monochromatic Emission from Solidstate Lasers with Saturable Absorber and Negative Feedback Loop; K.P. Komarov, et al. An Extended Characterization of Flattened Gaussian Beams; S.-A. Amarande. Optics for X-Ray Laser and Laser Plasma Soft X-Ray Radiation; L. Pina, et al. Computer Simulation of the Laser Beam Intensity Distribution in Resonant Cavities; M. Enescu, et al. Part III: Measurements. Laser Medium Quality Control; B. Forestier. Laser Thermal-Wave Diagnostics of Stressed States in Metals; A.P. Kubyshkin. Experimental Studies of Reflection Ability of Liquid Metal Targets in Vacuum Under Conditions of Neodymium Laser Pulse Radiation; A.S. Kozlova. Reconstruction of a Light Beam Wave Front by Synthesis of a Shear Interferogram; V.N. Shekhtman, et al. Experimental Investigations of the Output Beam Properties from a High Power CW CO2 Laser; G. Rabczuk, et al. The Applications of a Near-IR Laser to Raman Spectroscopy: FT-Raman Spectroscopic Studies of Adsorbed Species by Clays; T. Bulat, et al. Part IV: Applications. Highpower Lasers in Materials Processing &endash; an Automotive Perspective; D.M. Roessler. LCVD with Copper Vapour and Copper Bromide Vapour Lasers &endash; Review; B. Ivanov, et al. Laser Deposition and Characterization of A-C and A-C:N Films; J. Bulíř, et al. Anisotropic Melting of Semiconductor at Irradiation by Powerful Light Pulses; Ya.V. Fattakhov, et al. Excimer Laser Assisted Deposition and Characterization of Molybdenum Films &endash; Fabrication of Molybdenum Coatings on Optical Fibres; C. Grivas, et al. Pulsed Laser-Induced Synthesis of Metal Sulphides in Sulphurous Liquids Under Action of Shock Waves; M.I. Markevich, F.A. Piskunov. Laser Patterning of Thin Films; J. Lančok, et al. Applications of Nd and Er:YAG Lasers in Ophthalmology and Dentistry; H. Jel&ia
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Springer Photoactive Organic Materials Science and Applications 9 Nato Science Partnership Subseries 3
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, Avignon, France, June 25-30, 1995Table of ContentsPreface. Theoretical Considerations. Nonlinear Optical Effects and Applications. Photorefractivity, Photochromism and Electroluminescence. Molecular Engineering, Material Processing and Characterization and Molecular Electronics Applications. New Effects and Phenomena. Working Groups Reports. Index.
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Springer Quantum Optics of Confined Systems Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute Les Houches France May 23June 2 1995 314 Nato Science Series E
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Les Houches, France, May 23-June 2, 1995Table of ContentsBasics of Cavity Quantum Electrodynamics; J.-M. Raimond. Photon Statistics, Non-Classical Light and Quantum Interference; J.G. Rarity, P.R. Tapster. Nonlinear Optics in Micro-Meter Sized Droplets; R.K. Chang, et al. Photonic Band Structures; J.W. Haus. Solid State Physics: Basic and Optical Properties; A. Quattropani, et al. Semiconductor Quantum Wells; C. Delalande. Squeezing and Cavity QED in Semiconductors; Y. Yamamoto. Physics of Semiconductor Lasers; K.J. Ebeling. Near Field Optics and Scanning Near Field Optical Microscopy; U.C. Fischer, et al. Laser Resonance Photoelectron Spectromicroscopy with a Subwavelength Spatial Resolution; V.S. Letokhov. Reflection of Light from Vapor Boundaries; G. Nienhuis. Light Induced Atom Desorption: A Photo-atomic Effect; E. Mariotti, L. Moi. Atoms in Nanocavities; S.I. Kanorsky, A. Weis.
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Springer Pulsed Metal Vapour Lasers Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Pulsed Metal Vapour Lasers Physics and Emerging Applications in 1995 Nato Science Partnership Subseries 1
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on `Pulsed Metal Vapour Lasers - Physics and Emerging Applications in Industry, Medicine and Science', St. Andrews, U.K., August 6-10, 1995Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. 1. Historical Viewpoints. 2. Physics of Pulsed Metal Vapour Lasers. 3. Laser Characteristics and Operation. 4. Modelling Metal Vapour Lasers. 5. Optical Resonators and Beam Quality. 6. Frequency Extension. 7. Applications in Industry. 8. Applications in Medicine. 9. Applications in Science & Technology. 10. Collated Characteristics of Some Commercial Pulsed Metal Vapour Lasers. 11. Contact List of Participants. Index.
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Springer Optics at the Nanometer Scale Imaging and Storing with Photonic Near Fields 319 Nato Science Series E
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on `Near Field Optics: Recent Progress and Perspectives', Miraflores, Madrid, Spain, September 11-15, 1995Trade Review`This book is essential reading not only for specialists in the field, but for newcomers. It sets out basics on which we can build. I recommend it very highly indeed.' L. Grosser in Optik, 106:1 (1997)Table of ContentsPreface. Theory and Basic Principles. Theory of Imaging in Near-Field Microscopy; J.J. Greffet, R. Carminati. Light Scattering by Tips in Front of Surfaces; A. Madrazo, et al. A Numerical Study of a Model Near-Field Optical Microscope; A.A. Maradudin, et al. Short and Long Range Interactions in Near Field Optics; O. Keller. Modelling Optical Resonators Probed by Subwavelength Sized Optical Detectors; A. Castiaux, et al. Experiments: Fundamentals and Applications. Instrumentation in Near Field Optics; D. Courjon, et al. Effect of the Coherence in Near Field Microscopy; F. de Fornel, et al. Scanning Interferometric Apertureless Microscopy at Ten Angstrom Resolution; H.K. Wickramasinghe, et al. Primary Imaging Modes in Near-Field Microscopy; M. Vaez-Iravani. Local Excitation of Surface Plasmons by TNOM; B. Hecht, et al. Weak Localization of Surface Plasmon Polaritons: Direct Observation with Photon Scanning Tunneling Microscope; S.I. Bozhevolnyi, et al. STM-Induced Photon Emission from Au (110); R. Berndt. Writing of Nanolines on a Ferroelectric Surface with a Scanning Near-Field Optical Microscope; J. Massanell, et al. Near Field Optics with High-Q Whispering Gallery Modes; N. Dubreuil, et al. Fluorescence Microscopy and Spectroscopy by Scanning Near- Field Optical/Atomic Force Microscope (SNOM-AFM); M. Fujihira. Fluorescence Lifetime Contrast Combined with Probe Microscopy; O.H. Willemsen, et al. Towards SNIM: Scanning Near-Field Microscopy in the Infrared; F. Keilmann. 6 NM Lateral Resolution in Scanning Near Field Optical Microscopy with the Tetrahedral Tip; J. Koglin, et al. An Aperture-Type Reflection-Mode SNOM; C. Durkan, I.V. Shvets. Surface Modifications Via Photo-Chemistry in a Reflection Scanning Near-Field Optical Microscope; S. Madsen, et al. Near-Field Diffraction Microscopy with a Coherent Low-Energy e-Beam: Fresnel Projection Microscope; V.T. Binh, et al. Author Index. Subject Index.
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Springer Physics and Applications of Optical Solitons in Fibres 95 Proceedings of the Symposium held in Kyoto Japan November 1417 1995 3 SolidState Science and Technology Library
Book SynopsisDispersion As Control Parameter in Soliton Transmission Systems.- Dispersion Managements on Soliton Transmission in Fibers with Lumped Amplifiers.- A Dispersion-Allocated Soliton and Its Impact on Soliton Communication.- NRZ Soliton Transmission Scheme.- Perturbed Solitons in Birefringent Fibres.- Parametric Cooling of Solitons.- Nonlinear Theory of Soliton Instabilities.- Stochastic Instability of Chirped Optical Solitons in Media with Periodic Amplification.- Femtosecond Pulse Generation from Semiconductor Lasers Using Soliton Effect Compression and Its Application to Ultrafast Electro-Optic Sampling Measurements.- Ultrahigh Bit Rate Generation and Applications.- Monolithic Mode-Locked Semiconductor Lasers for High Speed Optical Communication Systems.- Generation of Solitonic Pulses in CW-Pumped Brillouin or Raman Fiber-Ring Lasers.- High-Speed Fiber Transmission Using Optical Phase Conjugation.- Design and Characterization of Optical Fibers for High Capacity Transmission.- ApplicatiTable of ContentsDispersion as Control Parameter in Soliton Transmission Systems; N.J. Doran, et al. Dispersion Managements on Soliton Transmission in Fibers with Lumped Amplifiers; Y. Kodama, et al. A Dispersion-Allocated Soliton and Its Impact on Soliton Communication; H. Kubota, et al. NRZ Soliton Transmission Scheme; M. Haelterman, et al. Perturbed Solitons in Birefringent Fibres; J.N. Elgin. Parametric Cooling of Solitons; V.S. Grigoryan, et al. Nonlinear Theory of Soliton Instabilities; Y.S. Kivshar, et al. Stochastic Instability of Chirped Optical Solitons in Media with periodic Amplification; F.Kh. Abduallaev. Femtosecond Pulse Generation from Semiconductor Lasers Using Soliton Effect Compression and Its Application to Ultrafast Electro-Optic Sampling Measurements; H.F. Liu, T. Kamiya. Ultrahigh Bit Rate Generation and Applications; S.V. Chernikov, et al. Monolithic Mode-Locked Semiconductor Lasers for High Speed Optical Communication Systems; S. Arahira, et al. Generation of Solitonic Pulses in CW-Pumped Brillouin or Raman Fiber-Ring Lasers; C. Montes. High-Speed Fiber Transmission Using Optical Phase Conjugation; S. Watanabe, T. Chikama. Design and Characterization of Optical Fibers for High Capacity Transmission; K. Iwatsuki. Alternatives for Soliton Transmission over Transoceanic Distances; E. Desurvire, J. Chesnoy. Soliton Family and Solitonics; Y. Fujii. Optical Cavitons; S. Wabnitz. Linear Perspective of Solitons; A.W. Snyder, et al. Dispersion Decreasing Fibres for Soliton Generation and Transmission Line Loss Compensation; D.J. Richardson, et al. Effects of Nonlinear Gain on Soliton Transmission in Fibers; M. Matsumoto, A. Hasegawa. Nonlinear Polarization Mode Dispersion in Optical Fibers with Randomly Varying Birefringence; P.K.A. Wai, C.R. Menyuk. The Application of Optical Phase Conjugation in Soliton Communications; S. Chi, et al. Effect of Mutual Interactions on the Bit-Rate in Soliton Communication Systems; A.N. Pilipetskii, C.R. Menyuk. Future Undersea Systems &endash; Will Soliton Be Needed? P.K. Runge. Implementable Soliton System Design; J. Farré, T. Ono. Breathing Soliton in Cascaded Transmission System with Passive Dispersion Compensation; I.R. Gabitov, S.K. Turitsyn. Multi-Ten Gbit/s Soliton Transmission over Transoceanic Distances; M. Suzuki, et al.
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Springer Biomedical Optical Instrumentation and LaserAssisted Biotechnology Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute Erice Italy November 1022 1995 325 Nato Science Series E
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Erice, Italy, November 10-22, 1995Table of ContentsPreface. I: Basic Physics of Light-Biomatter Interactions and Tissue- Optics. Some Future Trends of Laser Biomedicine; V.S. Letokhov. Modelling Light Propagation in Tissues; S.L. Jacques. Dynamics of Optical Properties; A.J. Welch, et al. II: Light-Induced Effects in Biological Systems. Derepression of Genome and Alteration of DNA Template Activity in Nonproliferating Cells by means of UV and Visible Laser Radiation; T.I. Karu. Photosensitized Processes in vivo: Photodiagnostic and Phototherapeutic Applications; G. Jori. Laser Induced Stimulation of Blood Platelet Aggregation; N.N. Petrischev, et al. Investigation of Skin Sensitivity Due to Visible and Near-Infrared; M.I. Nemenov, et al. Reflectance Spectroscopy with Optical Fiber Devices and Transcutaneous Bilirubinometers; S.L. Jacques. Time-Resolved Reflectance for the Assessment of the Optical Properties of Tissues; R. Cubeddu, et al. Recent Development in Laser Doppler Perfusion Imaging for Two-Dimensional Tissue Blood Flow Mapping; G.E. Nilsson, et al. Frequency-Domain Optical Spectroscopy and Imaging of Tissues; J. Maier, et al. Fluorescence Lifetime-Resolved Imaging Microscopy (FLIM); R.M. Clegg, et al. Automation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Systems for Medical Applications of Lasers; A.J. Welch, et al. Therapeutic Lasers Effectiveness and Dosimetry; F.A.H. Al-Watban. Tunable Diode Laser Detection of Small Traces of Gases for Medical Diagnostics; G. Baldacchini, et al. Combined Spectroscopic and Molecular Mechanics Investigation of the Photobleaching and Photoproduct Fromation of Photoporphyrin by ALA Application to in vivo Systems; Y.S. Park, A. Sac. IV: Optical Therapeutic Instrumentation and Applications. Time-Resolved Imaging of Acoustic Effects Induced in Air and in Water by Laser Ablation of Organic Tissue; R. Pini, et al. 980 nm High Power Diode Laser in Surgical Applications; W. Cecchetti, et al. Surgical Properties and Applications of Sealed-Off CO2 Lasers; D.C. Dumitras, D.C.A. Dutu. Development of Pulsed Solid State Lasers for Ophthalmology in Romania; R. Dabu, et al. Electro-Optical Instrumentation for Laser-Based Refractive Eye Microsurgery; V.V. Molebny, et al. The CO2 Laser in Laryngeal Surgery; G. Motto, et al. Measurement of Pressure Waves Induced Inside the Eye by Excimer Laser Ablation of the Cornea; S. Siano, et al. How Far is a Prototype from the Market: The Experience with Bilitec 2000; F. Baldini, A.M. Verga Scheggi. V: Optical Tomography: Initial Applications in Bio-Medicine. Optical Coherence Tomography: Principles, Instrumentation, and Biological Applications; E.A. Swanson, et al. Early Clinical Results of Time-of-Flight Optical Tomography in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; D.A. Benaron, et al. VI: Optical Sensors and Applications. Fluorescence-Based Optical Sensors for Biomedical Applications; O.S. Wolfbeis. Surface Plasmon Resonance for Biosensing; B. Liedberg, et al. The Use of Fiber Optic Sensors in in vivo Monitoring; F. Baldini, et al. Silylated Optrodes for Biomedical Applications; S. Bracci. VII: Laser-Assisted Biotechnology. Laser Technology in Molecular Biology; G. Palumbo, et al. Biological Applications of Light Forces; F. Baldes. VIII: Index. Index.
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Springer WideField Spectroscopy Proceedings of the 2nd Conference of the Working Group of IAU Commission 9 on WideField Imaging held in Athens Greece 212 Astrophysics and Space Science Library
Book SynopsisProceedings of the 2nd Conference of the Working Group of IAU Commission 9 on `Wide-Field Imaging' held in Athens, Greece, May 20-25, 1996Table of ContentsPreface.; E. Kontizas. Conquering Ignorance: Data, Information and Knowledge; M. Kurtz. Part One: Instruments - Observatory Projects - Data Storing and Processing. Multi-Object Spectroscopy With Optical Fibres; I.R. Parry. Objective-Prisms on Schmidt Telescopes: Past Activity and Future Prospects; Q.A. Parker, M. Hartley. Flair on the UK Schmidt Telescope; Q.A. Parker. 2dF: The Two-Degree Field Facility on the AAT; R.D. Cannon. The Spectroscopic Survey of the SDSS; R.G. Kron. Spectroscopy with FORS; O. Stahl, et al. The VLT-Virmos Deep Redshift Survey; O. Le Fevre, et al. A Concept Design of the Positioner of the Optical Fibers of the Lamost; Li Qibin. The Large Sky Area Multi-Object Fibre Spectroscopy Telescope (Lamost) Project; Y. Chu. The Gemini Multiobject Spectrographs; J.R. Allington-Smith, et al. Multi-Object Spectroscopy and Radio Surveys; J.V. Wall, C.A. Jackson. The Spectroscopic Plate Archives in the Wide-Field Plate Database; M.K. Tsvetkov, et al. Exploring Terabyte Archives in Astronomy; A.S. Szalay, R.J. Brunner. Automated Objective Prism Spectral Classification Using Neural Networks; F. Pasian, et al. Automatic Classification of Digitized Objective Prism Spectra; N. Christlieb, et al. The New Multifunctional Spectrograph at the Bosque Alegre Station; V. Afanasiev, et al. Multi-Object Spectrograph Taumok; M. Ball, R. Ziener. A Simple Automatic Method of Determining the Positions of Spectra on Objective-Prism Images; E. Bratsolis. DS3: Drift Scanning Survey Spectrograph; M. Gai, et al. A System for the Analysis of Objective Prism Data; F. Pasian, et al. Wide-Field Spectroscopy with 3.5 Degree Objective Prism and 50/70 cm Rozhen SchmidtTelescope; E.H. Semkov, A.S. Mutafov. Objective Prism Spectra Database of the 70cm Meniscus Telescope; M.G. Nikolashvili. Part Two: Our Galaxy and the Local Group. Wide Field Spectroscopy & The Structure of the Galaxy; J.E. Norris. Some Objectives of the Wide Field Spectroscopy in the Nearest Galaxies; Yu.N. Efremov. The Impact of Multi Object Spectroscopy on the Study of Dwarf Spheroidal Galaxies Orbiting the MW; D. Hatzidimitriou. Stellar Systems in the Magellanic Clouds; M. Kontizas, E. Kontizas. B-Stars Towards the Galactic Center; P.J. Grosbol. Distribution of Carbon Stars in the LMC; A. Dapergolas, E. Kontizas, D.H. Morgan, M. Kontizas. Objective Prism Spectral Survey of A_P,M Stars; O.M. Kurtanidze, M.G. Nikolashvili. Deep Spectral Survey of Carbon Stars in the Near Infrared; O.M. Kurtanidze. Spectroscopic Parallaxes in Determining the Correction of Relative to Absolute Parallax; R.L. Smart, et al. Lithium in the Old Open Cluster M67: Constraints for the Cause of the Boesgaard Li Gap; C.P. Deliyannis, et al. Measuring Radial Velocities of Orion Association Members Using the UK Schmidt Flair; D.A. Howell, R.L. Smart. Spectral Metallicity in M33; M.I. Monteverde, et al. Slitless and multi-Slit Spectroscopy of Typical Objects in Nearby Galaxies; G. Muratorio, M. Azzopardi. Deep Survey for Carbon Stars in the Yellow-Red Spectral Region; M.G. Nikolashvili. A Sulphur Abundance Gradient in NGC300; L. Petersen, et al. Wide-Area Interference Spectroscopy of the Ionized Gas Surrounding the OCL-352 (IC-1805) Stellar Association; N.H. Solomos. A Kinematical and Chemical Probe of the Galaxy; C. Soubiran, et al. Multiwavelength Spectroscopy of the Late Type Star IRAS 18530 + 0817; V. Tsikoudi.<
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Springer Physics and Applications of NonCrystalline Semiconductors in Optoelectronics Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop Held in Kishnau 36 Nato Science Partnership Subseries 3
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, held in Kishinau, Moldova, October 1996Table of ContentsMeasurement of Third-Order Nonlinearities in Amorphous Materials; M. Bertolotti, et al. Photoinduced Phenomena in Chalcogenide Glass Semiconductors; A.M. Andriesh. Electronic Micro-Fabrication of Chalcogenide Glass; K. Tanaka. Metal Photodissolution in Amorphous Semiconductors of the As-S System; G. Dale, et al. Amorphous Superlattices of Chalcogenides; E. Vateva. Density of Localized States in the Gap of Non-Crystalline Semiconductors; G.J. Adriaenssens, A. Eliat. Photostructural Phase Transitions in Amorphous Chalcogenides: Basic Principles and Applications in Holography and Optical Information Processing; C.H. Dietrich. Thermally and Photoinduced Phenomena in Amorphous Chalcogenides; P. Nagels. Photoinduced Effects in Amorphous Chalcogenides; M. Frumar, et al. CW and Pulsed Investigation of Photoinduced Darkening in As2S3 Amorphous Thin Films; M. Bertolotti, et al. Optical Glasses for Infrared Transmittance - Synthesis and Properties of Chalcogenide Glasses; B. Voigt, D. Linke. New Chalcohalide Glasses as Promising Materials for Optoelectronics; L.A. Baidakov. Contributions to Self-Diffraction and Optical Phase Conjugation in Semiconductors; V.I. Vlad, A. Petris. Doping of Chalcogenide Glasses of Semiconductors; S. Vikhrov. Medium Range Order in Chalcogenide Glasses; M. Popescu. Simple Theory of Soft Potentials and Negative-U Centers in Chalcogenides; K.D. Tsendin. Optical Absorbability in Ternary Ge-As-S Glasses and Some Possibility of its Applications; I.V. Fekeshgazi, et al. Photoinduced Effects in Chalcogenide Glasses and Their Application for Optical Recording; A. Kikineshi, A. Mishak. Coordination Defects Formation Model for Reversible Photostructural Transformations in Amorphous As2S(Se)3; O.I. Shpotyuk. Amorphography of Chaos and Order in Isotropic and Anisotropic Glasses; S.A. Dembovsky. Photoinduced Structural Changes in Amorphous Chalcogenides Studied by Raman Spectroscopy; C. Raptis, et al. Infrared Reflectance Investigation of the Structure of xSb2S3(1-x)As2S3 Glasses; J.A. Kapoutsis, et al. Structure of Potassium Germanate Glasses by Vibrational Spectroscopy; Y.D. Yiannopoulos, et al. A Review of Amorphous Chalcogenides as Materials for Infrared Bulk Acousto-Optic Devices; A.B. Seddon, M.J. Laine. The Possibilities to Use the Intrinsic Defect's Optical Properties for Optoelectronics in Fused Silica; A.R. Silins. Amorphous Silicon Photodetectors for Oxidised Porous Silicon Based Optical Interconnections; G. Masini, et al. Photoluminescence in Hydrogenated Amorphous Carbon; M. Koós, I. Pócsik. Optical Elements for Sensing and Communication &endash; A Review; T. Necsoiu, C.E.A. Grigorescu. New Materials for Solar Energy Conversion; A.V. Simashkevich, P.V. Gaugash. Experimental Investigation of Subsurface Structure and Surface Symmetry of Disordered Semiconductors; A.P. Fedtchouk, et al. Multiquantum Processes in Solids. New Aspects; V.A. Kovarsky. Bose-Einstein Condensation of Excitons in the Presence of Laser Radiation; S.A. Moskalenko, et al. Thermal, Plasma and Photoinduced Microstructural Changes on a-SiC:H Films; M. Dinescu, et al. Some Electrophysical Properties of C60 Thin Films; A. Andriesh, et al. Deposition of CuInSe2 Thin Films by Pulsed Electron Beam Ablation; A.M. Andriesh, et al. Optical Properties of Ge-As-Se Glasses and Films on Their Basis; V. Bazakutsa, et al. Optical Registration Media with Near Insensibility for Xerography; A. Buzdu
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Springer Light Scattering and Photon Correlation Spectroscopy Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop Krakow Poland August 2630 1996 40 Nato Science Partnership Subseries 3
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, Krakow, Poland, August 26-30, 1996Table of ContentsColloids.- Experimental challenges in colloids.- Dynamic depolarized light scattering studies of anisotropic Brownian particles.- Application of the dynamic light scattering method for investigation of colloidal stability.- Long-time dynamics of concentrated colloidal suspensions.- Methods.- Suppression of multiple scattering using a single beam cross-correlation method.- Theory of multiple scattering suppression in cross-correlated light scattering employing a single laser beam.- X-ray photon correlation spectroscopy.- Polarisation fluctuations in radiation scattered by small particles.- Surface light scattering spectroscopy.- Non-linearity of APDs at high count rates.- From speckles to modes: principles and applications of fiber optic dynamic light scattering..- Polymers, Gels, Liquid Crystals, Mixtures.- Photon correlation spectroscopy of interactive polymer systems.- Local dynamics in branched polymers.- Spontaneous domain growth in the one-phase region of a gel/mixture system.- The shape, dimension and organisation of maltodextrins gel fragments with and without associated phospholipids.- Dynamic light scattering from block copolymers.- Particle diffusion and crystallisation in suspensions of hard spheres.- Use of light scattering to characterize the polysaccharides of starch.- Statistics and Data Processing.- Spatial photon correlation and statistics of nonlinear processes in nonlinear waveguides.- Photon correlation of correlated photons: experimental aspects of quantum cryptography and computation.- New opto-electronic technologies for photon correlation experiments.- Correlated, superposed and squeezed vibrational states.- Structure and properties of linear inverse problems.- New ideas in data. inversion in photon correlation spectroscopy.- Tempest in a teapot-surface and volume turbulence in a closed system.- Scattering by Dense Media.- Diffusing photon correlation.- Photon correlation spectroscopy of opaque fluids.- Scattering of light in inhomogeneous medium.- Observation of shear-induced gelation using light scattering imaging.- Single particle motion of hard-sphere-like polymer micronetwork colloids up to the colloid glass transition.- Measurement of viscoelasticity of complex fluids by diffusing-wave spectroscopy.- Space Applications.- Applying photon correlation spectroscopy in space.- IIard spheres in space: light scattering from colloidal crystals in microgravity.- Zeno: Critical fluid light scattering in microgravity.- Phase Separation and Critical Phenomena.- Static and dynamic light scattering in phase-separating systems.- Shear induced displacement of the spinodal, and spinodal demixing kinetics under shear.- Spectral kinetic and correlation characteristics of inhomogeneous mixtures in the vicinity of the critical point of stratification.- List of participants.
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Springer Advanced Electronic Technologies and Systems Based on Lowdimensional Quantum Devices Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute Sozopol Sozopol Bulgaria 1828 September 1996 42
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Sozopol, Bulgaria, 18-28 September 1996Table of Contents1: Fundamentals on Quantum Structures for Electro-Optical Devices and Systems. 1.1. Electron State Symmetries and Optical Selection Rules in the (GaAs)m(AlAs)n Superlattices Grown Along the [001], [110], and [111] Directions; Yu.E. Kitaev, et al. 1.2. Modeling Quantum Well Laser Diode Structures; P. Blood, et al. 1.3. Microcavity Semiconductor Lasers; J.G. McInerney, et al. 2: MQW Optoelectronic Devices and Systems. 2.1. Exciton Absorption Saturation and Carrier Transport in Quantum Well Semiconductors; A. Miller, et al. 2.2. Integrated Optoelectronics - the Next Technological Revolution; A.S. Popov. 2.3. Opportunities of Vertical - Cavity - Surface - Emitting Lasers (VCSEL) in Display and Optical Communication Systems; A.S. Popov. 2.4. New Integrated Photoreceiver Systems - Charge Coupled Devices (CCD); A.S. Popov. 2.5. Optical Switches and Modulators for Integrated Optoelectronic Systems; A.S. Popov. 3: Soliton-Based Switching, Gating and Transmission Systems. 3.1. Soliton-Based Logic Gates and Soliton Transmission Systems; A.D. Boardman, et al. Index.
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Springer Advanced Photonics with SecondOrder Optically Nonlinear Processes
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Sozopol, Bulgaria, September 24-October 3, 1997Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction to the Propagation of CW Radiation and Solitons in Quadratically Nonlinear Media; A.D. Boardman, et al. Plane and Guided Wave Effects and Devices via Quadratic Cascading; G. Assanto, et al. Control of Laser Light Parameters by chi(2):chi(2) Nonlinear Optical Devices; S. Saltiel, et al. Asymmetric Quantum Wells for Second-Order Optical Nonlinearities; J.M. Arnold. Experiments on Quadratic Spatial Solitons; G.I. Stegeman, et al. Diffraction Beam Interaction in Quadratic Nonlinear Media; A.P. Sukhorukov. A Lithium Niobate Quadratic Device for Wavelength Multiplexing around 1.55mum; K. Gallo, et al. Full Vector Theory of Fundamental and Second-Harmonic CW Waves; P. Bontemps, A.D. Boardman. Nonlinear Phase Shifts in a Counterpropagating Quasi-Phase-Matched Configuration; G.D. Landry, T.A. Maldonado. Generation of High Power Picosecond Pulses by Passively Mode-Locked Nd: YAG Laser Using Frequency Doubling Mirror; I.Ch. Buchvarov, et al. Collision, Fusion, and Spiralling of Interacting Solitons in a Bulk Quadratic Medium; V.V. Steblina, et al. Quadratic Ring-Shaped Solitary Waves; D. Neshev, et al. Solitary and Periodic Pulses for chi(2): Explicit Solutions in Abundance; D.F. Parker, E.N. Tsoy. Propagation of Ring Dark Solitary Waves in Saturable Self-Defocusing Media; E.D. Eugenieva, A.A. Dreischuh. The N-Soliton Interactions, Complex Toda Chain and Stable Propagation of NLS Soliton Trains; V.S. Gerdjikov, et al. Ray Optics Theory of Self-Matched Beams Mutual Focusing in Quadratic Nonlinear Media; A.P. Sukhorukov, L. Xin. Resonant Properties of chi(2) in Two-Particle Frequency Regions; K.T. Stoychev. On Parametric Coupled Solitons with High-Order Dispersion; A.A. Sukhorukov. Large Self-Phase Modulation via Simultaneous Second Harmonic Generation and Sum Frequency Mixing; K. Koynov, S. Saltiel. Pulsed Beam Self-Focusing; A.V. Churilova, A.P. Sukhorukov. Slow and Immobile Solitons in Quadratic Media; S.V. Polyakov, A.P. Sukhorukov. Fermi Resonance Nonlinear Waves and Solitons in Organic Superlattices; V.M. Agranovic, A.M. Kamchatnov. Cascaded Processes in Gyrotropy Media and Novel Electro-Optical Effect on &khgr;(2) Nonlinearity; L.I. Pavlov, L.M. Kovachev. Classical and Quantum Aspects of C.W. Parametric Interaction in a Cavity; C. Fabre. Alternative Media for Cascading: Second Order Nonlinearities and Cascading in Plasma Waveguides; M. Georgieva-Grosse, A. Shivarova. Frequency Conversion with Semiconductor Heterostructures; V. Berger. Parametric Interactions in Waveguides Realized on Periodically Poled Crystals; M.P. De Micheli, et al. Rb:KTP Optical Waveguides; I. Savatinova, et al. Backward Parametric Interactions in Quasi-Phase Matched Configurations; P. Aschieri, et al. Modes of TM Field in Nonlinear Kerr Media; G. Zeglinski. Numerical Simulations of Self-Induced Plasma Smoothing of Spatially Incoherent Laser Beams; I. Ourdev, et al. Effects of Impurities on Existence and Propagation of Intrinsic Localized Modes in Ferromagnetic Spin Chains; S.V. Rakhmanova, D.L. Mills. Optical Properties and Holographic Recording in Pb2ScTaO6 Single Crystal; V. Marinova, et al. Nonlinear Effects in Bulk Semiconductor Waveguide Switches; F. Bertrand, et al. Nonlinear Transmission of Ultrashort Light Pulses by a Thin Semiconductor Film for the Case of Two-Photon Biexciton Excitation; P. Khadzhi, et al. The Optical and Structural Properties of HxLi1−xNbO3
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Springer Coherent Control in Atoms Molecules and Semiconductors Proceedings of the International Workshop Held in Chicago USA 1922 May 1998
Book SynopsisI: Atomic and Molecular Systems.- Scenarios in Coherent Control.- Quantum Control in Atomic Systems.- Laser-phase-sensitive Coherent Control of Photoion Product States in 2-Photon vs. 2-Photon Ionization of Atomic Barium.- Coherent Phase control of Photoionization and Photodissociation.- Coherent Control of Atomic Photoionization and Autoionization.- Lasing Without Inversion via Interference of Double-Dark Resonances in Atomic and Quantum Well Systems.- II: Coherent Control in Semiconductors.- Coherence Control of Free Carriers in Bulk Semiconductors.- Coherent Control of 2D Excitons Probed by Time-Resolved Secondary Emission.- Many-Body Effects in the Ultrafast Population Transfer in p-Doped Semiconductor QuantumWells.- Coherent Control of Heavy-Light Hole and Phonon Quantum Beats.- Coherent Control Schemes in Semiconductor Double Wells.- Terahertz-Control of Charge-Carrier Wavepackets in Semiconductor Quantum Wells.- Microcavity Exciton-Polariton.- III: Coherent Phenomena and Related Topics.- Coherent Control of Quantum Localization.- Tunneling of Low-Energetic Electrons in the Presence of Intense Laser Fields: The Formation of Dynamical Barrier States.- Hopping Mechanism of Coherent Photovoltaic Effect and Photoinduced Polar Anisotropy in Glass.- Heterodyning Scheme Employing Quantum Interference.- Generation of Widely Tunable THz-Wave Using Nonlinear Optics.- List of Participants.Table of ContentsPreface. Part I: Atomic and Molecular systems. Scenarios in Coherent Control; P. Brumer, M. Shapiro. Quantum Control in Atomic Systems; D. Charalambidis, et al. Laser-phase-sensitive Coherent Control of Photoion Product States in 2-Photon vs. 2-Photon Ionization of Atomic Barium, F. Wang, et al. Coherent Phase control of Photoionization and Photodissociation; R.J. Gordon, et al. Coherent Control of Atomic Photoionization and Autoionization; P. Lambropoulos, T. Nakajima. Lasing Without Inversion via Interference of Double-Dark Resonances in Atomic and Quantum Well Systems; M.O. Scully, et al. Part II: Coherent Control in Semiconductors. Coherence Control of Free Carriers in Bulk Semiconductors; H.M. van Driel, et al. Coherent Control of 2D Excitons Probed by Time-Resolved Secondary Emission; X. Marie, et al. Many-Body Effects in the Ultrafast Population Transfer in p-Doped Semiconductor Quantum Wells; R. Binder, M. Lindberg. Coherent Control of Heavy-Light Hole and Phonon Quantum Beats; T. Kuhn, et al. Coherent Control Schemes in Semiconductor Double Wells; X. Hu, W. Pötz. Terahertz-Control of Charge-Carrier Wavepackets in Semiconductor Quantum Wells; S. Hughes, D.S. Citrin. Microcavity Exciton-Polariton; H. Cao. Part III: Coherent Phenomena and Related Topics. Coherent Control of Quantum Localization; M. Holthaus. Tunneling of Low-Energetic Electrons in the Presence of Intense Laser Fields: The Formation of Dynamical Barrier States; M. Wagner. Hopping Mechanism of Coherent Photovoltaic Effect and Photoinduced Polar Anisotropy in Glass; E.M. Baskin, M.V. Entin. Heterodyning Scheme Employing Quantum Interference; J.B. Khurgin, et al. Generation of Widely Tunable THz-Wave Using Nonlinear Optics; K. Kawase, H.Ito. List of Participants.
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Springer Nonlinear Optical Waves 104 Fundamental Theories of Physics
Book Synopsis1. Basic equations.- 2. Coherent transient phenomena.- 3. Inverse Scattering Transform method.- 4. Self-Induced Transparency.- 5. Coherent Pulse Propagation.- 6. Optical solitons in fibres.- 7. Parametric interaction of optical waves.- 8. Non-linear waveguide structures.- 9. Thin film of resonant atoms: a simple model of non-linear soptics.- Appendix 1. The density matrix equation of a system in broadband thermostat.- Appendix 2. The density matrix equation for a gas medium.- Appendix 3. Adiabatic following approximation.- Appendix 4. Relation between exactly integrable models in resonance optics.Trade Review`On the whole, the book is an excellent reference and a useful tool for undergraduate and postgraduate students, young researchers as well as senior faculty members in colleges and universities in this exciting area. I strongly recommend this book for libraries.' Mathematical ReviewsTable of ContentsPreface. 1. Basic equations. 2. Coherent transient phenomena. 3. Inverse Scattering Transform method. 4. Self-Induced Transparency. 5. Coherent Pulse Propagation. 6. Optical solitons in fibres. 7. Parametric interaction of optical waves. 8. Non-linear waveguide structures. 9. Thin film of resonant atoms: a simple model of non-linear optics. Appendix 1: The density matrix equation of a system in broadband thermostat. Appendix 2: The density matrix equation for a gas medium. Appendix 3: Adiabatic following approximation. Appendix 4: Relation between exactly integrable models in resonance optics. Index.
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Springer Nonlinear Dynamics in Optical Complex Systems Advances in Optoelectronics 7
Book SynopsisThis book is the first comprehensive volume on nonlinear dynamics and chaos in optical systems.
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Springer Unconventional Optical Elements for Information Storage Processing and Communications Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop Tel Aviv Tel Aviv Israel October 1921 1999 75
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, Tel Aviv, Israel, October 19-21, 1999Trade Review`The book is very organized and well written, with comprehensive references and subject-author indexes. It will be a valuable reference for scientists, engineers, and graduate students working in a number of areas.' Optics (amp) Photonics News, October 2001Table of ContentsPreface. Unconventional Imaging and Processing. Coherence Methods for Unconventional Imaging Processes; E.N. Leith. Some Diffractive - Optical Systems Based on Novel Gratings; A.W. Lohmann. Technologies and Potential Applications of Adaptive Optics; J.C. Dainty. Pattern Recognition with Joint Transform Correlators - Recent Developments; E. Marom, et al. Storage of 3D Information on 2D Elements; J. Shamir. Generalized Super Resolution Approach based on the Degrees of Freedom Hyper-Space Adaptation; D. Mendlovic, et al. Diffractive Elements and Microoptics. Real-Time Holographic Interferometry in Photorefractive BTO Crystals Using Optical Phase Conjugation with a Low Power Laser Diode; V.I. Vlad, et al. Planar Diffractive Elements for Compact Optics; Y. Amitai, et al. Design and Fabrication Issues in Subwavelength Diffractive Optical Elements; P. Chavel, P. Lalanne. Subwavelength and quasi-Subwavelength Diffractive Optical Elements; L.M. Bernardo. Microsystems for Optical Imaging and Interconnects; R. Dändliker, et al. Micro-Optical Components for Information Technology Fabricated via LIGA Technique; H.-D. Bauer, et al. Nonlinear and Ultrafast Optics. Nonlinear Photonic Engineering: Physics and Applications; J. Zyss, et al. Novel Optical Phenomena in Near-Critical Photorefractive Crystals: Diffusion Driven Diffraction and Spontaneous Self-Trapping; B. Crosignani, et al. Frequency Upconversion of Lasers with Optical Parametric Oscillators; O. Aytür. Characterization of Nonlinear Optical Materials for Photonic Applications; S. Couris, et al. Adaptive Techniques in Ultrafast Optics; Y. Silberberg, et al. Nonlinear Spatio-Temporal Information Processing with Femtosecond Laser Pulses; Y. Fainman, etal. Optical Communication. All-Optical Semiconductor Switching Devices for Applications in Optical Communication Systems; S. Diez, et al. Computer Modeling of Optical Fibers and Waveguides; M.S. Al Salameh, S.A. Alkhawaldeh. Tbit/sec Optical ATM Switch Utilizing Dynamic WDM Technology; D. Sadot. Towards Uniform Channel Performance in Dynamic WDM Systems and Networks; A.E. Willner. Devices, Interconnects and Switching. Resonant Structures for Optical Processing and Communication; A.A. Friesem, et al. Liquid Crystal Spatial Light Modulators as Intracavity Laser Elements and Dynamic Holographic Correctors for Distortions in Optical Systems; V. Berenberg, et al. Fundamental Issues in Optical Interconnections; H.M. Ozaktas. The Electroholographic Optical Switches and Interconnects; A.J. Agranat, et al. VIVALDI &endash; Variations on a Theme of Optical Crossbars; T.J. Hall. Laser-Material Interactions and Optical Storage. Laser Materials Processing for Optoeelectronics and Information Systems; N.A. Vainos. Recording in Quantum Dot Glasses by Pulsed Laser Irradiation; Y. Kaganovskii, et al. Photorefractive Volume Holographic Memories for Associative Storage and Processing in a Multimedia Environment; P.A. Mitkas, G. Betzos. Characteristics and Applications of Volume Phase Holographic Gratings Recorded in Photo-Thermo-Refractive Glasses; M.G. Moharam, S. Dunn. Optical Research in Israel. Electrooptics in Israel; M. Oron. Subject Index. Author Index.
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Springer Unconventional Optical Elements for Information Storage Processing and Communications Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop Tel Aviv 75 Nato Science Partnership Subseries 3
Book SynopsisUnconventional Imaging and Processing.- Coherence Methods for Unconventional Imaging Processes.- Some Diffractive - Optical Systems Based on Novel Gratings.- Technologies and Potential Applications of Adaptive Optics.- Pattern Recognition with Joint Transform Correlators Recent Developments.- Storage of 3D Information on 2D Elements.- Generalized Super Resolution Approach based on the Degrees of Freedom Hyper-space Adaptation.- Diffractive Elements and Microoptics.- Real-Time Holographic Interferometry in Photorefractive BTO Crystals Using Optical Phase Conjugation with a Low Power Laser Diode.- Planar Diffractive Elements for Compact Optics.- Design and Fabrication Issues in Subwavelength Diffractive Optical Elements.- Subwavelength and Quasi-Subwavelength Diffractive Optical Elements.- Microsystems for Optical Imaging and Interconnects.- Micro-Optical Components for Information Technology Fabricated via LIGA Technique.- Nonlinear and Ultrafast Optics.- Nonlinear Photonic Engineering: Physics and Applications.- Novel Optical Phenomena in Near-Critical Photorefractive Crystals:Diffusion Driven Diffraction and Spontaneous Self-Trapping.- Frequency Upconversion of Lasers with Optical Parametric Oscillators.- Characterization of Nonlinear Optical Materials for Photonic Applications.- Adaptive Techniques in Ultrafast Optics.- Nonlinear Spatio-Temporal Information Processing with Femtosecond Laser Pulses.- Optical Communication.- All-Optical Semiconductor Switching Devices for Applications in Optical Communication Systems.- Computer Modeling of Optical Fibers and Waveguides.- Tbit/sec Optical ATM Switch Utilizing Dynamic WDM Technology.- Towards Uniform Channel Performance in Dynamic WDM Systems and Networks.- Devices, Interconnects and Switching.- Resonant Structuresfor Optical Processing and Communication.- Liquid Crystal Spatial Light Modulators as Intracavity Laser Elements and Dynamic Holographic Correctors for Distortions in Optical Systems.- Fundamental Issues in Optical Interconnections.- The Electroholographic Optical Switches and Interconnects.- VIVALDI - Variations on a Theme of Optical Crossbars.- Laser-Material Interactions and Optical Storage.- Laser Materials Processing for Optoelectronics and Information Systems.- Recording in Quantum Dot Glasses by Pulsed Laser Irradiation.- Photorefractive Volume Holographic Memories for Associative Storage and Processing in a Multimedia Environment.- Characteristics and Applications of Volume Phase Holographic Gratings Recorded in Photo-Thermo-Refractive Glasses.- Optical Research in Israel.- Electrooptics in Israel.- Author Index.Trade Review`The book is very organized and well written, with comprehensive references and subject-author indexes. It will be a valuable reference for scientists, engineers, and graduate students working in a number of areas.' Optics (amp) Photonics News, October 2001Table of ContentsPreface. Unconventional Imaging and Processing. Coherence Methods for Unconventional Imaging Processes; E.N. Leith. Some Diffractive - Optical Systems Based on Novel Gratings; A.W. Lohmann. Technologies and Potential Applications of Adaptive Optics; J.C. Dainty. Pattern Recognition with Joint Transform Correlators - Recent Developments; E. Marom, et al. Storage of 3D Information on 2D Elements; J. Shamir. Generalized Super Resolution Approach based on the Degrees of Freedom Hyper-Space Adaptation; D. Mendlovic, et al. Diffractive Elements and Microoptics. Real-Time Holographic Interferometry in Photorefractive BTO Crystals Using Optical Phase Conjugation with a Low Power Laser Diode; V.I. Vlad, et al. Planar Diffractive Elements for Compact Optics; Y. Amitai, et al. Design and Fabrication Issues in Subwavelength Diffractive Optical Elements; P. Chavel, P. Lalanne. Subwavelength and quasi-Subwavelength Diffractive Optical Elements; L.M. Bernardo. Microsystems for Optical Imaging and Interconnects; R. Dändliker, et al. Micro-Optical Components for Information Technology Fabricated via LIGA Technique; H.-D. Bauer, et al. Nonlinear and Ultrafast Optics. Nonlinear Photonic Engineering: Physics and Applications; J. Zyss, et al. Novel Optical Phenomena in Near-Critical Photorefractive Crystals: Diffusion Driven Diffraction and Spontaneous Self-Trapping; B. Crosignani, et al. Frequency Upconversion of Lasers with Optical Parametric Oscillators; O. Aytür. Characterization of Nonlinear Optical Materials for Photonic Applications; S. Couris, et al. Adaptive Techniques in Ultrafast Optics; Y. Silberberg, et al. Nonlinear Spatio-Temporal Information Processing with Femtosecond Laser Pulses; Y. Fainman, etal. Optical Communication. All-Optical Semiconductor Switching Devices for Applications in Optical Communication Systems; S. Diez, et al. Computer Modeling of Optical Fibers and Waveguides; M.S. Al Salameh, S.A. Alkhawaldeh. Tbit/sec Optical ATM Switch Utilizing Dynamic WDM Technology; D. Sadot. Towards Uniform Channel Performance in Dynamic WDM Systems and Networks; A.E. Willner. Devices, Interconnects and Switching. Resonant Structures for Optical Processing and Communication; A.A. Friesem, et al. Liquid Crystal Spatial Light Modulators as Intracavity Laser Elements and Dynamic Holographic Correctors for Distortions in Optical Systems; V. Berenberg, et al. Fundamental Issues in Optical Interconnections; H.M. Ozaktas. The Electroholographic Optical Switches and Interconnects; A.J. Agranat, et al. VIVALDI &endash; Variations on a Theme of Optical Crossbars; T.J. Hall. Laser-Material Interactions and Optical Storage. Laser Materials Processing for Optoeelectronics and Information Systems; N.A. Vainos. Recording in Quantum Dot Glasses by Pulsed Laser Irradiation; Y. Kaganovskii, et al. Photorefractive Volume Holographic Memories for Associative Storage and Processing in a Multimedia Environment; P.A. Mitkas, G. Betzos. Characteristics and Applications of Volume Phase Holographic Gratings Recorded in Photo-Thermo-Refractive Glasses; M.G. Moharam, S. Dunn. Optical Research in Israel. Electrooptics in Israel; M. Oron. Subject Index. Author Index.
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Springer Multiphoton and Light Driven Multielectron Processes in Organics New Phenomena Materials and Applications Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research 79 Nato Science Partnership Subseries 3
Book SynopsisNonlinear materials and processes for electronic devices and 3D optical storage memory applications.- Two-photon processes: dynamics and applications.- Linear and nonlinear optical properties of improved single crystal PTS.- Optical limiting: Characterization & numerical modeling.- Theoretical design of organic chromophores with large two-photon absorp-tion cross-sections.- Multiphoton absorption and optical limiting.- Molecular and material engineering for optical limiting with fullerene based sol-gel materials.- A new approach for optical limiting in the IR.- Quantum confinement and superradiance of self-trapped excitons from 1D J-aggregates.- The mixing of Frenkel-and charge-transfer excitons in 1D structures:application to PTCDA and MePTCDI.- Modelling of bithiophene ultrafast photophysics: Electronic oscillator and molecular geometry evolution.- Hole burning spectroscopy of organic glasses. Application for the investiga-tion of low temperature glass dynamics.- Leaky modes in nonliTable of ContentsPreface. Nonlinear materials and processes for electronic devices and 3D optical storage memory applications; Y.C. Liang. Two-photon processes: dynamics and applications; G.S. Maciel, et al. Linear and nonlinear optical properties of improved single crystal PTS; M. Liu, et al. Optical limiting: characterization & numerical modeling; E.W. Stryland, et al. Theoretical design of organic chromophores with large two-photon absorption cross-sections; M. Albota, et al. Multiphoton absorption and optical limiting; R.L. Sutherland, et al. Molecular and material engineering for optical limiting with fullerene based sol-gel materials; R. Signorini, et al. A new approach for optical limiting in the IR; C. Taliani, et al. Quantum confinement and superradiance of self-trapped excitons from 1D J-aggregates; V.M. Agranovich, A.M. Kamchatnov. The mixing of Frenkel- and charge-transfer excitons in 1D structures: application to PTCDA and MePTCDI; M. Hoffmann, et al. Modelling of bithiophene ultrafast photophysics: Electronic oscillator and molecular geometry evolution; T. Pálszegi, et al. Hole burning spectroscopy of organic glasses. Application for the investigation of low temperature glass dynamics; B. Kharlamov. Leaky modes in nonlinear optical resonators; R. Reinisch, et al. Towards stable materials for electro-optic modulation and photorefractive applications. From molecular engineering of NLO chromophores to elaboration of hybrid organic-inorganic materials; M. Blanchard-Desce, et al. On the coherent and incoherent image conversion in hybrid polymer liquid crystal structures; A. Miniewicz, et al. Optically addressed liquid crystal light valves and their applications; J.P. Huignard, et al. Dye-assisted optical reorientation of nematic liquid crystals;I. Jánossy. Photochromic materials in holography; R.A. Lessard, et al. Kinetics of photochromic processes in dihydropyridine derivatives; J. Sworakowski, et al. Photocolouration of hypervalent heterocycles. Photochromism of dihydropyridines, pyrans and thiopyrans; S. Nešpůrek, et al. Photoconductivity of organic solids and their confined structures; M. Kryszewski. Polarization gratins in Disperse Red 1 doped polystyrene; A. Miniewicz, et al. Modeling PTCDA spectra and polymer excitations; Z.L.G. Soos, M.H. Hennessy. Physics of organic electroluminescence; J. Kalinowski. Polydiacetylene microcrystals and their third-order optical nonlinearity; H. Kasai, et al. Strong coupling in organic semiconductor microcavities based on J-aggregates; D.G. Lidzey, et al. Electron acceptors of the fluorene series in photonics and electronics: Recent achievements and perspectives; I.F. Perepichka. Design and synthesis of photochromic systems; I. Petkov. Photo-Induced multielectron transfer in organic crystals with mixed-stack architecture; T. Luty, et al. Polarization dependent holographic write, read and erasure of surface relief gratins on azopolymer films; S.K. Tripathy, et al. Study of stilbene molecule trans-cis izomerization in first excited state and design of molecular random-walkers; M.L. Balevicius. Cooperativity at neutral0ionic transformation; H. Cailleau, et al. Holographic data storage with organic polymer films; P. Koppa, et al. NLO polymers containing as active chromophore in dandionyl-pyridinium, betaine units: synthesis, modeling and characterization; O. Dubrovich, et al. A study on the film morphology and photophysics of polyfluorene; P.A. Lane, et al. Synthesis and characteriz
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Springer Multiphoton and Light Driven Multielectron Processes in OrganicsNew Phenomena Materials and Applications New Phenomena Materials and Applications 79 Nato Science Partnership Subseries 3
Book SynopsisNonlinear materials and processes for electronic devices and 3D optical storage memory applications.- Two-photon processes: dynamics and applications.- Linear and nonlinear optical properties of improved single crystal PTS.- Optical limiting: Characterization & numerical modeling.- Theoretical design of organic chromophores with large two-photon absorp-tion cross-sections.- Multiphoton absorption and optical limiting.- Molecular and material engineering for optical limiting with fullerene based sol-gel materials.- A new approach for optical limiting in the IR.- Quantum confinement and superradiance of self-trapped excitons from 1D J-aggregates.- The mixing of Frenkel-and charge-transfer excitons in 1D structures:application to PTCDA and MePTCDI.- Modelling of bithiophene ultrafast photophysics: Electronic oscillator and molecular geometry evolution.- Hole burning spectroscopy of organic glasses. Application for the investiga-tion of low temperature glass dynamics.- Leaky modes in nonliTable of ContentsPreface. Nonlinear materials and processes for electronic devices and 3D optical storage memory applications; Y.C. Liang. Two-photon processes: dynamics and applications; G.S. Maciel, et al. Linear and nonlinear optical properties of improved single crystal PTS; M. Liu, et al. Optical limiting: characterization & numerical modeling; E.W. Stryland, et al. Theoretical design of organic chromophores with large two-photon absorption cross-sections; M. Albota, et al. Multiphoton absorption and optical limiting; R.L. Sutherland, et al. Molecular and material engineering for optical limiting with fullerene based sol-gel materials; R. Signorini, et al. A new approach for optical limiting in the IR; C. Taliani, et al. Quantum confinement and superradiance of self-trapped excitons from 1D J-aggregates; V.M. Agranovich, A.M. Kamchatnov. The mixing of Frenkel- and charge-transfer excitons in 1D structures: application to PTCDA and MePTCDI; M. Hoffmann, et al. Modelling of bithiophene ultrafast photophysics: Electronic oscillator and molecular geometry evolution; T. Pálszegi, et al. Hole burning spectroscopy of organic glasses. Application for the investigation of low temperature glass dynamics; B. Kharlamov. Leaky modes in nonlinear optical resonators; R. Reinisch, et al. Towards stable materials for electro-optic modulation and photorefractive applications. From molecular engineering of NLO chromophores to elaboration of hybrid organic-inorganic materials; M. Blanchard-Desce, et al. On the coherent and incoherent image conversion in hybrid polymer liquid crystal structures; A. Miniewicz, et al. Optically addressed liquid crystal light valves and their applications; J.P. Huignard, et al. Dye-assisted optical reorientation of nematic liquid crystals;I. Jánossy. Photochromic materials in holography; R.A. Lessard, et al. Kinetics of photochromic processes in dihydropyridine derivatives; J. Sworakowski, et al. Photocolouration of hypervalent heterocycles. Photochromism of dihydropyridines, pyrans and thiopyrans; S. Nešpůrek, et al. Photoconductivity of organic solids and their confined structures; M. Kryszewski. Polarization gratins in Disperse Red 1 doped polystyrene; A. Miniewicz, et al. Modeling PTCDA spectra and polymer excitations; Z.L.G. Soos, M.H. Hennessy. Physics of organic electroluminescence; J. Kalinowski. Polydiacetylene microcrystals and their third-order optical nonlinearity; H. Kasai, et al. Strong coupling in organic semiconductor microcavities based on J-aggregates; D.G. Lidzey, et al. Electron acceptors of the fluorene series in photonics and electronics: Recent achievements and perspectives; I.F. Perepichka. Design and synthesis of photochromic systems; I. Petkov. Photo-Induced multielectron transfer in organic crystals with mixed-stack architecture; T. Luty, et al. Polarization dependent holographic write, read and erasure of surface relief gratins on azopolymer films; S.K. Tripathy, et al. Study of stilbene molecule trans-cis izomerization in first excited state and design of molecular random-walkers; M.L. Balevicius. Cooperativity at neutral0ionic transformation; H. Cailleau, et al. Holographic data storage with organic polymer films; P. Koppa, et al. NLO polymers containing as active chromophore in dandionyl-pyridinium, betaine units: synthesis, modeling and characterization; O. Dubrovich, et al. A study on the film morphology and photophysics of polyfluorene; P.A. Lane, et al. Synthesis and characteriz
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Springer Laser Guide Star Adaptive Optics for Astronomy NATO Science Series C 551
Book SynopsisAdaptive optics allows the theoretical limit of angular resolution to be achieved from a large telescope, despite the presence of turbulence.Table of ContentsPreface. List of Participants. 1. Optical Effects of a Atmospheric Turbulence; J.C. Dainty. 2. Adaptive Optics with Laser Guide Stars: Basic Concepts and Limitations; A. Quirrenbach. 3. The Physics of the Sodium Atom; E.J. Kibblewhite. 4. The Design and Performance of Laser Systems for Generating Sodium Beacons; E. Kibblewhite. 5. Laser Guide Star Operational Issues; C.E. Max. 6. The Cone Effect; R. Foy. 7. Laser Guide Star Advanced Concepts: Tilt Problem; R. Raggazoni. 8. The Tilt Problem - Multiwavelength; R. Foy. 9. Sky Doverage with Laser Guide Star Systems on 8m Telescopes; M. Le Louarn. 10. Ground Based Astronomy with Adaptive Optics; S.T. Ridgway. 11. Polarimetric Measurements and Deconvolution Techniques; N. Ageorges. 12. Measuring Asteroids with Adaptive Optics; J.C. Drummond. 13. The Environments of Young Stars; T.P. Ray. 14. Distant (Radio) Galaxies: Probes of Galaxy Formation; H. Rottgering. 15. Active Galaxies in the Local and Distant Universe; C.S. Rola. Index.
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Springer Frontiers of NanoOptoelectronic Systems 6 Nato Science Series II
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Frontiers of Nano-Optoelectronic Systems: Molecular Scale Engineering and Processes, Kiev, Ukraine, May 22-26, 2000Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Part I: Fundamentals of Nano-Scale Science for Photonics Applications. Nanophotonics: nanoscale optical science and technology; P.N. Prasad, et al. Three-dimensional nanostructures with electron and photon confinement. S.V. Gaponenko. Dielectric-polymer nanocomposite and thin film photonic crystals: Towards three-dimensional photonic crystals with a bandgap in the visible spectrum; C.M. Sotomayor Torres, et al. Quantum wires and quantum dots for optoelectronics: recent advances with epitaxial growth on nonplanar substrates; E. Kapon. Quantum dot lasers; H. Schweizer, et al. Part II: Low dimensional silicon for photonics. Nanostructured silicon as an active optoelectronics material; L.T. Canham. Silicon light emitters: Preparation, properties, limitations and integration with microelectronic circuitry; P.M. Fauchet, et al. Visible light emission from a new material system Si/SiO2 superlattices in optical microcavities; L. Pavesi, et al. Silicon nanostructures in Si/SiO2 superlattices for light emission applications: possibilities and limits; A.G. Nassiopoulou, et al. First principles optical properties of low dimensional silicon structure; S. Ossicini, E. Degoli. Silicon nanostructures and their interactions with erbium ions; F. Priolo, et al. Part III: Biomolecular Technologies. Nicks, nodes, and new motifs for DNA nanotechnology; N.C. Seeman, et al. Interaction of biomaterials with porous silicon; S.C. Bayliss, et al. Part IV: Molecular-Scale Engineering: polymers and carbon-based nanostructures. Polydiacetylene PTS: a molecular quantum wire with exceptional optical properties; C.G. Treviño-Palacios, et al. The electronic structure of carbon-basednanostructures: fullerenes, onions and tubes; J. Fink, et al. Carbon nanostructure: characterization by optics and resonance Raman scattering; H. Kuzmany, et al. Encapsulation of Transition Metals into Carbon Nanoclusters; S. Seraphin. Part V: New technologies for producing nano-systems. Development of coating technologies using nanoparticles; Y. Mihara. Surface atomic scale engineering by deposition of mass selected clusters: STM and helium scattering analysis; R. Schaub, et al. Visible and infrared photoluminescence from deposited germanium-oxide clusters and from Ge nanocrystals; A. Nakajima, et al. New directions in nanotechnology: Imprint techniques; H.-C. Scheer, et al. Self-assembly of nanoblocks and molecules in optical thin-film nanostructures; N.I. Kovtyukhova, et al. Part VI: Nano- and Molecular-Scale Characterization. Soft X-ray spectroscopy as a probe of the electronic structure of nanostructured solids; S. Eisebitt, W. Eberhardt. Optical spectroscopy of carrier relaxation and transport in III/V semiconductor structures; E. Goovaerts, C. van Hoof. Near-field scanning optical spectroscopy of quasi-one dimensional semiconductor nanostructures; Ch. Lienau, et al. Optical characteristics of nanostructured III-V compounds; I.M. Tiginyanu, et al. Scanning probe microscopy (STM, AFM) investigation of carbon nanotubes; L.P. Biró. Molecular spectroscopy of nanoparticles; V.Ye. Pogorelov, et al. Part VII: Novel Circuit Architecture of Nano-Optoelectronic Systems. Exploring the ultimate limits of control: Quantum networks for nonclassical information processing; G. Mahler, A. Otte. Chaos in quantum machines; I. Kim, G. Mahler. Problems and perspectives in quan
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Springer Frontiers of NanoOptoelectronic Systems
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Frontiers of Nano-Optoelectronic Systems: Molecular Scale Engineering and Processes, Kiev, Ukraine, May 22-26, 2000Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Part I: Fundamentals of Nano-Scale Science for Photonics Applications. Nanophotonics: nanoscale optical science and technology; P.N. Prasad, et al. Three-dimensional nanostructures with electron and photon confinement. S.V. Gaponenko. Dielectric-polymer nanocomposite and thin film photonic crystals: Towards three-dimensional photonic crystals with a bandgap in the visible spectrum; C.M. Sotomayor Torres, et al. Quantum wires and quantum dots for optoelectronics: recent advances with epitaxial growth on nonplanar substrates; E. Kapon. Quantum dot lasers; H. Schweizer, et al. Part II: Low dimensional silicon for photonics. Nanostructured silicon as an active optoelectronics material; L.T. Canham. Silicon light emitters: Preparation, properties, limitations and integration with microelectronic circuitry; P.M. Fauchet, et al. Visible light emission from a new material system Si/SiO2 superlattices in optical microcavities; L. Pavesi, et al. Silicon nanostructures in Si/SiO2 superlattices for light emission applications: possibilities and limits; A.G. Nassiopoulou, et al. First principles optical properties of low dimensional silicon structure; S. Ossicini, E. Degoli. Silicon nanostructures and their interactions with erbium ions; F. Priolo, et al. Part III: Biomolecular Technologies. Nicks, nodes, and new motifs for DNA nanotechnology; N.C. Seeman, et al. Interaction of biomaterials with porous silicon; S.C. Bayliss, et al. Part IV: Molecular-Scale Engineering: polymers and carbon-based nanostructures. Polydiacetylene PTS: a molecular quantum wire with exceptional optical properties; C.G. Treviño-Palacios, et al. The electronic structure of carbon-basednanostructures: fullerenes, onions and tubes; J. Fink, et al. Carbon nanostructure: characterization by optics and resonance Raman scattering; H. Kuzmany, et al. Encapsulation of Transition Metals into Carbon Nanoclusters; S. Seraphin. Part V: New technologies for producing nano-systems. Development of coating technologies using nanoparticles; Y. Mihara. Surface atomic scale engineering by deposition of mass selected clusters: STM and helium scattering analysis; R. Schaub, et al. Visible and infrared photoluminescence from deposited germanium-oxide clusters and from Ge nanocrystals; A. Nakajima, et al. New directions in nanotechnology: Imprint techniques; H.-C. Scheer, et al. Self-assembly of nanoblocks and molecules in optical thin-film nanostructures; N.I. Kovtyukhova, et al. Part VI: Nano- and Molecular-Scale Characterization. Soft X-ray spectroscopy as a probe of the electronic structure of nanostructured solids; S. Eisebitt, W. Eberhardt. Optical spectroscopy of carrier relaxation and transport in III/V semiconductor structures; E. Goovaerts, C. van Hoof. Near-field scanning optical spectroscopy of quasi-one dimensional semiconductor nanostructures; Ch. Lienau, et al. Optical characteristics of nanostructured III-V compounds; I.M. Tiginyanu, et al. Scanning probe microscopy (STM, AFM) investigation of carbon nanotubes; L.P. Biró. Molecular spectroscopy of nanoparticles; V.Ye. Pogorelov, et al. Part VII: Novel Circuit Architecture of Nano-Optoelectronic Systems. Exploring the ultimate limits of control: Quantum networks for nonclassical information processing; G. Mahler, A. Otte. Chaos in quantum machines; I. Kim, G. Mahler. Problems and perspectives in quan
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Springer Optical and Electronic Process of Nanomatters Advances in Optoelectronics 8
Book SynopsisConformation and structure of the materials of the mesoscopic system can be modified by enhancing the local interaction between the materials and electromagnetic field.Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Electronic and Electromagnetic Properties in Nanometer Scales. 2. Electron Transport in Semiconductor Quantum Dots. 3. Electron Energy Modulation with Optical Evanescent Waves. 4. Interactions of Electrons and Electromagnetic Fields in a Single Molecule. 5. Theory of Electronic and Atomic Processes in Scanning Probe Microscopy. 6. Tunneling-Electron Luminescence Microscopy for Multifunctional and Real-Space Characterization of Semiconductor Nanostructures. 7. Near-Field Optical Spectroscopy of Single Quantum Dots. 8. Chemical Vapor Deposition of Nanometric Materials by Optical Near-Fields: Toward Nano-Photonic Integration. 9. Noncontact Atomic Force Microscopy. 10. Correlation between Interface States and Structures Deduced from Atomic-Scale Surface Roughness in Ultrathin SiO2/Si System. 11. Characterization of Molecular Films by a Scanning Probe Microscope. Index.
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Springer Solitondriven Photonics Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute Swinoujscie Poland 24 September4 October 2000 NATO Science Series II Mathematics Physics and Chemistry 31
Book SynopsisProceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Swinoujscie, Poland, 24 September-4 October, 2000Table of ContentsPreface. Spatial solitons in modulated magnetooptic waveguides; A.D. Boardman, M. Xie. Experiments on Quadratic Solitons; G.I. Stegeman. Spatial Solitons in Liquid Crystals; M.A. Karpierz. Magnetic Solitons. On the Problem of Generation; N.V. Ostrovskaia. Nonlinear Photon Statistics of Pulse Amplification in Optical Fiber Amplifiers; G. Kahraman. Evolution of Concentrated Solution of Nonlinear Schrödinger Equations in Regular Non-Uniform Medium; Y.N. Cherkashin, V.A. Eremenko. Observation Nonlinear Effects of a Laser Beam Interaction with Waveguide Photosensitive AgCl-Ag Films; E.I. Larionova, et al. Features and Applications of chi(s) Vector Spatial Solitons; G. Leo, G. Assanto. Soliton Transmission through a Single-Mode Fiber; M. Aksoy, M.S. Kiliçkaya. Nonparaxial Propagation of Parametric Spatial Solitons; R. Petruskevicius. Spatial Solitary-Wave Beams in Kerr-Type Planar Optical Waveguides: Nonparaxial Vector Approach; K. Marinov, et al. Non-Recurrent Periodic Arrays of Spatial Solitons in a Planar Kerr Waveguide; C. Cambournac, et al. Polarization Properties of the Liquid Crystal Fibers; A. Szymanska, T.R. Wolinski. Interactions of Solitary Waves in a Photorefractive, Second-Harmonic Generating Medium; A.D. Boardman, et al. Analytical Description of Quadratic Parametric Solitons; A.A. Sukhorukov. Spatial Solitons in Saturating Nonlinear Optical Materials; B. Luther-Davies. Nonparaxial Solitons. Dynamics of Strongly Nonlinear Modes in Inhomogeneous and Non-Stationary Media; A.I. Smirnov, A.A. Zharov. Spatial Solitons on Nonlinear Resonators; C.O. Weiss, et al. Two-Color Multistep Cascading - Second-Order Cascading with Two Second-Harmonic Generation Processes; S. Saltiel, et al. TheDavey-Stewartson Model in Quadratic Media: A Way to Control Pulses; H. Leblond. Experiments on Seeded and Noise Initiated Modulational Instability in LiNbO3 Slab Waveguides; R.R. Malendevich, et al. Soliton Signal in the Magnetic Chain at the External Magnetic Field near to Critical Value; I.A. Molotkov. Observations of Dipole-Mode Vector Solitons; C. Weilnau, et al. Spatial Self-Focusing and Intensity Dependent Shift in LiIO3 using Tilted Pulses; B. Yellampalle, K.H. Wagner. Round-Trip Model of Quadratic Cavity Soliton Trapping; O.A. Egorov, et al. Spatial Solitary Waves and Nonlinear k-Space; S.M. Blair. Propagation of Short Optical Pulses in Nonlinear Planar Waveguides &endash; Pulse Compression and Soliton-Like Solutions; M.E. Pietrzyk. Parametric Emission of Radiation and Spatial Solitons Interaction; I.V. Shadrivov, A.A. Zharov. Observation of Induced Modulation Instability of an Incoherent Optical Beam; Z. Chen, et al. Quadratic Bragg Solitons; G. Assanto, et al. Effects of Nonlinearly Induced Inhomogeneity on Solitary Wave Formation; K. Marinov, et al. Instability of Fast Kerr Solitons in AlGaAs Waveguides at 1.55 Microns; L. Friedrich, et al. Extremely Narrow Quadratic Spatial Solitons; A.V. Pimenov, A.P. Sukhorukov. Soliton Propagation in Inhomogeneous Media with Sharp Boundaries; V.A. Eremenko, Y.N. Cherkashin. Photorefractive Photovoltaic Spatial Solitons in Slab LiNbO3 Waveguides; M. Chauvet, et al. Theory of CW Light Propagation in Three-Core Nonlinear Directional Couplers; P. Khadzhi, et al. Two Approaches for Investigation of Soliton Pulse in a Nonlinear Medium; I.A. Molotkov, N.I. Manaenkova. Photorefractive Solitons through Second-Harmonic Generation; A.D. Boardman, et al. Sh
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Springer SolitonDriven Photonics Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute Swinoujscie Polnad 24 September4 October 2000 31 Nato Science Series II
Book SynopsisSpatial solitons in modulated magnetooptic waveguides.- Experiments on Quadratic Solitons.- Spatial Solitons in Liquid Crystals.- Magnetic Solitons.- Nonlinear Photon Statistics of Pulse Amplification in Optical Fiber Amplifiers.- Evolution of Concentrated Solution of Nonlinear Schrödinger Equations in Regular Non-Uniform Medium.- Observation Nonlinear Effects of a Laser Beam Interaction with Waveguide Photosensitive AgCl-Ag Films.- Features and Applications of ?(2) Vector Spatial Solitons.- Soliton Transmission through a Single-Mode Fiber.- Nonparaxial Propagation of Parametric Spatial Solitons.- Spatial Solitary-Wave Beams in Kerr-Type Planar Optical Waveguides: Nonparaxial Vector Approach.- Non-Recurrent Periodic Arrays of Spatial Solitons in a Planar Kerr Waveguide.- Polarization Properties of the Liquid Crystal Fibers.- Interactions of Solitary Waves in a Photorefractive, Second-Harmonic Generating Medium.- Analytical Description of Quadratic Parametric Solitons.- Spatial Solitons in Saturating Nonlinear Optical Materials.- Nonparaxial Solitons.- Spatial Solitons on Nonlinear Resonators.- Two-Color Multistep Cascading Second-Order Cascading with Two Second-Harmonic Generation Processes.- The Davey-Stewartson Model in Quadratic Media: A Way to Control Pulses.- Experiments on Seeded and Noise Initiated Modulational Instability in LiNbO3 Slab Waveguides.- Soliton Signal in the Magnetic Chain at the External Magnetic Field near to Critical Value.- Observation of Dipole-Mode Vector Solitons.- Spatial Self-Focusing and Intensity Dependent Shift in LiIO3 using Tilted Pulses.- Round-Trip Model of Quadratic Cavity Soliton Trapping.- Spatial Solitary Waves and Nonlinear k-Space.- Propagation of Short Optical Pulses in Nonlinear Planar Waveguides Pulse Compressionand Soliton-Like Solutions.- Parametric Emission of Radiation at Spatial Solitons Interaction.- Observation of Induced Modulation Instability of an Incoherent Optical Beam.- Quadratic Bragg Solitons.- Effects of Nonlinearly Induced Inhomogeneity on Solitary Wave Formation.- Instability of Fast Kerr Solitons in AlGaAs Waveguides at 1.55 Microns.- Extremely Narrow Quadratic Spatial Solitons.- Soliton Propagation in Inhomogeneous Media with Sharp Boundaries.- Photorefractive Photovoltaic Spatial Solitons in Slab LiNbO3 Waveguides.- Theory of CW Light Propagation in Three-Core Nonlinear Directional Couplers.- Two Approaches for Investigation of Soliton Pulse in a Nonlinear Medium.- Photorefractive Solitons through Second-Harmonic Generation.- Shifted Beam Interaction for Quadratic Soliton Control.- Bright Solitary-Wave Beams in Bulk Kerr-Type Nonlinear Media.- Generation of Light Bullets.- Application of Nonlinear Reorientation in Nematic Liquid Crystals.- Two-Dimensional Bragg-Ewald's Dynamical Diffraction and Spontaneous Gratings.- General Theory of Solitons.- Solitons in Optical Switching Devices.- Quadratic Solitons: Theory.- Non-Adiabatic Dressed States for a Quantum System Interacting with Light Pulses.- Rotating Propeller Soliton.- Theory of Cavity Solitons.- Discrete Spatial Solitons in Photonic Crystals and Waveguides.- Generalized Hamiltonian Formalism in Nonlinear Optics.Table of ContentsPreface. Spatial solitons in modulated magnetooptic waveguides; A.D. Boardman, M. Xie. Experiments on Quadratic Solitons; G.I. Stegeman. Spatial Solitons in Liquid Crystals; M.A. Karpierz. Magnetic Solitons. On the Problem of Generation; N.V. Ostrovskaia. Nonlinear Photon Statistics of Pulse Amplification in Optical Fiber Amplifiers; G. Kahraman. Evolution of Concentrated Solution of Nonlinear Schrödinger Equations in Regular Non-Uniform Medium; Y.N. Cherkashin, V.A. Eremenko. Observation Nonlinear Effects of a Laser Beam Interaction with Waveguide Photosensitive AgCl-Ag Films; E.I. Larionova, et al. Features and Applications of chi(s) Vector Spatial Solitons; G. Leo, G. Assanto. Soliton Transmission through a Single-Mode Fiber; M. Aksoy, M.S. Kiliçkaya. Nonparaxial Propagation of Parametric Spatial Solitons; R. Petruskevicius. Spatial Solitary-Wave Beams in Kerr-Type Planar Optical Waveguides: Nonparaxial Vector Approach; K. Marinov, et al. Non-Recurrent Periodic Arrays of Spatial Solitons in a Planar Kerr Waveguide; C. Cambournac, et al. Polarization Properties of the Liquid Crystal Fibers; A. Szymanska, T.R. Wolinski. Interactions of Solitary Waves in a Photorefractive, Second-Harmonic Generating Medium; A.D. Boardman, et al. Analytical Description of Quadratic Parametric Solitons; A.A. Sukhorukov. Spatial Solitons in Saturating Nonlinear Optical Materials; B. Luther-Davies. Nonparaxial Solitons. Dynamics of Strongly Nonlinear Modes in Inhomogeneous and Non-Stationary Media; A.I. Smirnov, A.A. Zharov. Spatial Solitons on Nonlinear Resonators; C.O. Weiss, et al. Two-Color Multistep Cascading - Second-Order Cascading with Two Second-Harmonic Generation Processes; S. Saltiel, et al. TheDavey-Stewartson Model in Quadratic Media: A Way to Control Pulses; H. Leblond. Experiments on Seeded and Noise Initiated Modulational Instability in LiNbO3 Slab Waveguides; R.R. Malendevich, et al. Soliton Signal in the Magnetic Chain at the External Magnetic Field near to Critical Value; I.A. Molotkov. Observations of Dipole-Mode Vector Solitons; C. Weilnau, et al. Spatial Self-Focusing and Intensity Dependent Shift in LiIO3 using Tilted Pulses; B. Yellampalle, K.H. Wagner. Round-Trip Model of Quadratic Cavity Soliton Trapping; O.A. Egorov, et al. Spatial Solitary Waves and Nonlinear k-Space; S.M. Blair. Propagation of Short Optical Pulses in Nonlinear Planar Waveguides &endash; Pulse Compression and Soliton-Like Solutions; M.E. Pietrzyk. Parametric Emission of Radiation and Spatial Solitons Interaction; I.V. Shadrivov, A.A. Zharov. Observation of Induced Modulation Instability of an Incoherent Optical Beam; Z. Chen, et al. Quadratic Bragg Solitons; G. Assanto, et al. Effects of Nonlinearly Induced Inhomogeneity on Solitary Wave Formation; K. Marinov, et al. Instability of Fast Kerr Solitons in AlGaAs Waveguides at 1.55 Microns; L. Friedrich, et al. Extremely Narrow Quadratic Spatial Solitons; A.V. Pimenov, A.P. Sukhorukov. Soliton Propagation in Inhomogeneous Media with Sharp Boundaries; V.A. Eremenko, Y.N. Cherkashin. Photorefractive Photovoltaic Spatial Solitons in Slab LiNbO3 Waveguides; M. Chauvet, et al. Theory of CW Light Propagation in Three-Core Nonlinear Directional Couplers; P. Khadzhi, et al. Two Approaches for Investigation of Soliton Pulse in a Nonlinear Medium; I.A. Molotkov, N.I. Manaenkova. Photorefractive Solitons through Second-Harmonic Generation; A.D. Boardman, et al. Sh
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