Attosecond and Strong-Field Physics: Principles and Applications (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781107197763)

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.

Author: C. D. Lin, Anh-Thu Le, Cheng Jin
ISBN-10: 1107197767
ISBN-13: 9781107197763
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 06/20/2018
Pages: 416
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.32lbs
Size: 9.97h x 7.47w x 0.92d