Attosecond and Strong-Field Physics: Principles and Applications
Cambridge University Press
Edition: Illustrated, 5/10/2018
EAN 9781107197763, ISBN10: 1107197767
Hardcover, 416 pages, 25.9 x 19.3 x 2.3 cm
Language: English
Probing and controlling electrons and nuclei in matter at the attosecond timescale became possible with the generation of attosecond pulses by few-cycle intense lasers, and has revolutionized our understanding of atomic structure and molecular processes. This book provides an intuitive approach to this emerging field, utilizing simplified models to develop a clear understanding of how matter interacts with attosecond pulses of light. An introductory chapter outlines the structure of atoms and molecules and the properties of a focused laser beam. Detailed discussion of the fundamental theory of attosecond and strong-field physics follows, including the molecular tunnelling ionization model (MO-ADK theory), the quantitative rescattering (QRS) model, and the laser induced electronic diffraction (LIED) theory for probing the change of atomic configurations in a molecule. Highlighting the cutting-edge developments in attosecond and strong field physics, and identifying future opportunities and challenges, this self-contained text is invaluable for students and researchers in the field.
Preface
1. Elements of atoms, molecules and wave propagation
2. Basic formulation of interactions between an intense laser pulse and atoms
3. Strong field ionization and low-energy electron spectra of atoms and molecules
4. Rescattering and laser-induced electron diffraction
5. Fundamentals of high-order harmonic generation
6. Applications of high-order harmonics
HHG spectroscopy and optimization of harmonics
7. Generation and characterization of attosecond pulses
8. Probing electron dynamics with isolated attosecond pulses
List of books
Solutions to selected problems
Index.