Nonlinear Propagation in Fusion Laser Systems

摘要

This report was assembled to provide a brief review of the historical development of the study of self-focusing and nonlinear light propagation and its impact on the design of large, Nd-glass lasers for fusion research. No claim to completeness is made, but the authors feel that the enclosed summary does not miss many of the major developments in the field. (ERA citation 03:038686)