Laser Induced Damage in Optical Materials, 1983: Proceedings of a Symposium, November 14-16, 1983 (Classic Reprint)

Explore laser damage in optical materials with insights from a 1983 symposium. This book compiles papers from the Fifteenth Symposium on Optical Materials for High Power Lasers, held in Boulder, Colorado, in November 1983. It presents a broad view of materials, surfaces, thin films, and fundamental mechanisms that affect laser performance, with summaries, conclusions, and recommendations from the editors.

The collection frames the scope and value of the field, drawing on contributions from researchers across federal labs, universities, and industry. It offers both experimental results and guidance aimed at improving high-power laser applications.

- Studies on optical and mechanical properties of various glasses and crystals
- Laser damage thresholds, testing methods, and coating performance
- In-depth exploration of damage mechanisms and material interactions under laser exposure
- Practical recommendations for future research and standardization efforts

Ideal for engineers, scientists, and technical managers working with high-power lasers and optical materials.