Description
Guiding graduate students and researchers through the complex world of laser physics and nonlinear optics, this book provides an in-depth exploration of the dynamics of lasers and other relevant optical systems, under the umbrella of a unitary spatio-temporal vision. Adopting a balanced approach, the book covers traditional as well as special topics in laser physics, quantum electronics and nonlinear optics, treating them from the viewpoint of nonlinear dynamical systems. These include laser emission, frequency generation, solitons, optically bistable systems, pulsations and chaos and optical pattern formation. It also provides a coherent and up-to-date treatment of the hierarchy of nonlinear optical models and of the rich variety of phenomena they describe, helping readers to understand the limits of validity of each model and the connections among the phenomena. It is ideal for graduate students and researchers in nonlinear optics, quantum electronics, laser physics and photonics.
An in-depth exploration of the dynamics of lasers and other relevant optical systems for graduate students and researchers.
About the Author
Luigi Lugiato is Professor Emeritus at Universita dell'Insubria, Como, Italy. He has received numerous honors as a result of his many pioneering contributions in nonlinear optics and quantum optics. These include the Albert A. Michelson Medal of the Franklin Institute, the Quantum Electronics Prize of the European Physical Society, the Max Born Award of the Optical Society of America and the Fermi Prize and Medal of the Italian Physical Society. He is member of Academia Europaea and a Fellow of the Optical Society of America, the American Physical Society and the European Physical Society. Franco Prati is an Associate Professor at Universita dell' Insubria, Como, Italy. He has worked in laser physics and nonlinear optics since 1987. His main contributions concern the study of temporal and spatio-temporal instabilities in nonlinear optical systems. He is co-author of more than 80 papers in peer-reviewed journals, and he is an Outstanding Referee of the American Physical Society and member of the Optical Society of America. Massimo Brambilla is an Associate Professor at Politecnico di Bari, Italy. He has worked in nonlinear and quantum optics since 1986, participating in the early studies of optical pattern formation and dynamics and contributing to more than 100 journal papers and numerous conference presentations. He is active in the theoretical research of nonlinear optical systems, with a special focus on spatio-temporal dynamics of the coherent field and solitonic phenomena. He is a member of the Optical Society of America.
Reviews
'Nonlinear Optical Systems achieves an unmatched coverage in a field that has grown into many sub-disciplines in a very clear and coherent manner. This is a beautiful and self-contained book that starts with the fundamentals and goes on to cover the dynamical phenomena and optical pattern formation in quantum optical systems. Written by the leading lights of the field, [it] is a 'must have' for any serious student and researcher in the field of quantum optics, nonlinear optics and laser physics.' M. Suhail Zubairy, Texas A&M University
'This is an excellent book that covers a large variety of nonlinear optical phenomena with a unified view and notation. Of particular significance and novelty is the exhaustive treatment of spatial and temporal instabilities inside laser and laser-like systems.' Vittorio Degiorgio, University of Pavia
'This book is truly a wonderful reference for beginning graduate students, teachers and active researchers in the field of laser science, quantum electronics and nonlinear dynamics of optical systems. Written by internationally recognized and award-winning scientists, [it] is a fabulous overview of these broad areas of research from the 1960s (and earlier) to modern times. The authors have presented a range of material with enough detail for the reader to gain deep insight into the physics being discussed, yet relegated enough of the technical details to the extensive reference list so as not to distract the reader. The book is divided into three sections with a logical progression: steady state and propagation, dynamical phenomena and transverse effects. It is an excellent review of these fields, a great pedagogical tool and a 'must-have-on-your-desk' reference.' Frank A. Narducci, Naval Air Systems Command
'The reader will gain an in-depth familiarity with the field. This book can be used as a rich research resource and as a complementary text. It is suitable for graduate students as well as researchers in the field.' A. Zakery, Optics and Photonics News
Book Information
ISBN 9781107062672
Author Luigi Lugiato
Format Hardback
Page Count 464
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 1180g
Dimensions(mm) 253mm * 195mm * 24mm
An in-depth exploration of the dynamics of lasers and other relevant optical systems for graduate students and researchers.
About the Author
Luigi Lugiato is Professor Emeritus at Universita dell'Insubria, Como, Italy. He has received numerous honors as a result of his many pioneering contributions in nonlinear optics and quantum optics. These include the Albert A. Michelson Medal of the Franklin Institute, the Quantum Electronics Prize of the European Physical Society, the Max Born Award of the Optical Society of America and the Fermi Prize and Medal of the Italian Physical Society. He is member of Academia Europaea and a Fellow of the Optical Society of America, the American Physical Society and the European Physical Society. Franco Prati is an Associate Professor at Universita dell' Insubria, Como, Italy. He has worked in laser physics and nonlinear optics since 1987. His main contributions concern the study of temporal and spatio-temporal instabilities in nonlinear optical systems. He is co-author of more than 80 papers in peer-reviewed journals, and he is an Outstanding Referee of the American Physical Society and member of the Optical Society of America. Massimo Brambilla is an Associate Professor at Politecnico di Bari, Italy. He has worked in nonlinear and quantum optics since 1986, participating in the early studies of optical pattern formation and dynamics and contributing to more than 100 journal papers and numerous conference presentations. He is active in the theoretical research of nonlinear optical systems, with a special focus on spatio-temporal dynamics of the coherent field and solitonic phenomena. He is a member of the Optical Society of America.
Reviews
'Nonlinear Optical Systems achieves an unmatched coverage in a field that has grown into many sub-disciplines in a very clear and coherent manner. This is a beautiful and self-contained book that starts with the fundamentals and goes on to cover the dynamical phenomena and optical pattern formation in quantum optical systems. Written by the leading lights of the field, [it] is a 'must have' for any serious student and researcher in the field of quantum optics, nonlinear optics and laser physics.' M. Suhail Zubairy, Texas A&M University
'This is an excellent book that covers a large variety of nonlinear optical phenomena with a unified view and notation. Of particular significance and novelty is the exhaustive treatment of spatial and temporal instabilities inside laser and laser-like systems.' Vittorio Degiorgio, University of Pavia
'This book is truly a wonderful reference for beginning graduate students, teachers and active researchers in the field of laser science, quantum electronics and nonlinear dynamics of optical systems. Written by internationally recognized and award-winning scientists, [it] is a fabulous overview of these broad areas of research from the 1960s (and earlier) to modern times. The authors have presented a range of material with enough detail for the reader to gain deep insight into the physics being discussed, yet relegated enough of the technical details to the extensive reference list so as not to distract the reader. The book is divided into three sections with a logical progression: steady state and propagation, dynamical phenomena and transverse effects. It is an excellent review of these fields, a great pedagogical tool and a 'must-have-on-your-desk' reference.' Frank A. Narducci, Naval Air Systems Command
'The reader will gain an in-depth familiarity with the field. This book can be used as a rich research resource and as a complementary text. It is suitable for graduate students as well as researchers in the field.' A. Zakery, Optics and Photonics News
Book Information
ISBN 9781107062672
Author Luigi Lugiato
Format Hardback
Page Count 464
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 1180g
Dimensions(mm) 253mm * 195mm * 24mm
