Laser Modeling : A Numerical Approach with Algebra and Calculus

Mark Steven Csele

ISBN 10: 1138071994 / ISBN 13: 9781138071995

Published by CRC Press, 2017

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nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Don't let the mathematical rigor of solutions get in the way of understanding the concepts. Complete with downloadable spreadsheets, this novel text presents algebraic models and traditional calculus-based methods in tandem to make concepts easier to digest. Each technique is introduced alongside a practical, solved example based on a commercial laser. Chapters address gain saturation, thermal effects on solid-state lasers, Q-switching, non-linear optics, and more. Laser theory is covered in an accessible way that can be applied immediately, and numerically, to real laser systems.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Laser Modeling : A Numerical Approach with Algebra and Calculus
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1138071994
• ISBN 13: 9781138071995
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 234W x 156H x 15D millimeters 234 millimeters width by 156 millimeters height by 15 millimeters depth
• Weight: 424 grams

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Synopsis

Offering a fresh take on laser engineering, Laser Modeling: A Numerical Approach with Algebra and Calculus presents algebraic models and traditional calculus-based methods in tandem to make concepts easier to digest and apply in the real world. Each technique is introduced alongside a practical, solved example based on a commercial laser. Assuming some knowledge of the nature of light, emission of radiation, and basic atomic physics, the text:

• Explains how to formulate an accurate gain threshold equation as well as determine small-signal gain
• Discusses gain saturation and introduces a novel pass-by-pass model for rapid implementation of "what if?" scenarios
• Outlines the calculus-based Rigrod approach in a simplified manner to aid in comprehension
• Considers thermal effects on solid-state lasers and other lasers with new and efficient quasi-three-level materials
• Demonstrates how the convolution method is used to predict the effect of temperature drift on a DPSS system
• Describes the technique and technology of Q-switching and provides a simple model for predicting output power
• Addresses non-linear optics and supplies a simple model for calculating optimal crystal length
• Examines common laser systems, answering basic design questions and summarizing parameters
• Includes downloadable Microsoft® Excel™ spreadsheets, allowing models to be customized for specific lasers

Don’t let the mathematical rigor of solutions get in the way of understanding the concepts. Laser Modeling: A Numerical Approach with Algebra and Calculus covers laser theory in an accessible way that can be applied immediately, and numerically, to real laser systems.

About the Author

Mark Steven Csele is a full-time professor at Niagara College, Welland, Ontario, Canada. A physicist and professional engineer, he has taught for over 20 years at levels ranging from two-year technician to four-year undergraduate. Currently, he teaches photonics at Niagara College, which features an array of dedicated laboratories hosting a variety of laser systems. He has authored a previous book on fundamental laser concepts as well as several articles in magazines and trade encyclopedias.