posted on 2018-01-17, 12:05authored byLutphy A. Mahmood
Laser-induced damage caused by the interaction of
intense optical radiation with matter is one of the most
serious problems encountered in the operation and design
of high-energy laser systems. The most widely used
technique to detect damage is to simply irradiate and
visually inspect the sample for signs of damage. This
method although valuable does not provide real-time
damage monitoring and has limited quantitative
capabilities. [Continues.]
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Publication date
1985
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A Doctoral Thesis. Submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of Doctor of Philosophy at Loughborough University.