Hermite-Gaussian modes and mirror distortions in the free electron laser

The free electron laser (FEL) is proposed to meet the Navy's need for a speed-of-light high energy laser weapon capable of engaging a variety of targets including anti-ship cruise missiles, small boats, and theater ballistic missiles. A key attribute of FELs is good optical beam quality; in oth...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Vigil, Ricardo.
Other Authors: Colson, William
Format: Others
Published: Monterey California. Naval Postgraduate School 2012
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10945/2696