Focusing on the rapid advancements in solid-state lasers, this monograph explores their widespread use in research and industry. It provides an in-depth analysis of the technology, applications, and future trends, making it a valuable resource for professionals and researchers in the field. The author combines theoretical insights with practical implications, highlighting the significance of solid-state lasers in various domains.
Focusing on the design and development of solid-state lasers, this revised and updated book is unique in its exclusive coverage of the topic. It emphasizes engineering and practical considerations, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the technical aspects of laser technology.
Solid-state laser technology continues to develop at a rapid pace, and the laser itself has already become a ubiquitous tool in research and in industrial, medical, and military applications. Solid-State Lasers: A Graduate Text is the first graduate-level text exclusively devoted to this important class of lasers. This adaptation of Koechner's classic monograph Solid-State Laser Engineering offers a detailed discussion of the theory, operating characteristics, and design features of solid-state lasers. Topics covered include laser materials, oscillators, amplifiers, optical resonators, optical pump systems, thermo-optic effects, Q-switching, mode-locking, and frequency conversion. Numerous exercises with hints for solutions, new text, and updated material have been added to make this text accessible to both graduate students and practicing scientists or engineers entering the field of solid-state lasers.
This book offers a comprehensive discussion of solid-state lasers, focusing on their characteristics, design, construction, and practical challenges. Emphasizing engineering and practical considerations, it includes numerical and technical data, tables, and curves to enhance the understanding of laser construction and operation. Primarily aimed at practicing scientists and engineers involved in the design or use of solid-state lasers, it has also proven valuable to students of laser physics seeking to complement their theoretical knowledge with engineering insights. While not structured as a traditional college textbook, it could serve as a resource in advanced college courses on laser technology. The text aims for clarity, favoring phenomenological descriptions and models over abstract mathematical presentations, accepting necessary simplifications. Most results are presented without proof to prioritize application over derivation. Each chapter includes an extensive list of references, encouraging readers to explore specific topics further.