2nd Edition

Handbook of Nonlinear Optics

By Richard L. Sutherland Copyright 2003

    Examining classic theories, experimental methods, and practical formulas for exploration of the core topics in nonlinear optics, the second edition of this acclaimed text was extensively revised to reflect recent advances in the analysis and modification of material properties for application in frequency conversion, optical switching and limiting, multiphoton absorption, and electro-optic effects. Handbook of Nonlinear Optics, Second Edition contains additional chapters on ultrafast characterization techniques, laser flash photolysis, and the electro-optic effect as well as expanded coverage of nonlinear optics in fibers and pulsed two-beam coupling.

    Preface to the Second Edition, Preface to the First Edition, 1. Elements of the Theory of Nonlinear Optics, 2. Frequency Doubling and Mixing, 3. Optical Parametric Generation, Amplification, and Oscillation, 4. Characterization of Second Order Nonlinear Optical Materials, 5. Properties of Selected Second Order Nonlinear Optical Materials, 6. Nonlinear Index of Refraction, 7. Characterization of Nonlinear Refractive Index Materials, 8. Optical Properties of Selected Third Order Nonlinear Optical Materials, 9. Nonlinear Absorption, 10. Experimental Techniques in Nonlinear Absorption, 11. Ultrafast Characterization Techniques, 12. Laser Flash Photolysis, 13. Nonlinear Absorption Properties of Selected Materials, 14. Stimulated Raman Scattering, 15. Stimulated Brillouin Scattering, 16. Properties of Selected Stimulated Light–Scattering Materials, 17. Electro–Optic Effects, Index

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