Laser-plasma Interactions( Series - Scottish Graduate Series )

Laser-Plasma Interactions presents an introduction to the field by providing a solid foundation of basic concepts, such as the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter. Additionally, this book offers a glimpse into current research trends, challenges, and future directions. It features several applications and examines the underlying phenomena that link them together. It discusses state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and experimental techniques used to study laser-plasma interactions, making it an excellent reference for researchers who are entering or already in the field as well as graduate students meeting the subject for the first time. This book also includes numerical techniques and simulations using advanced simulation tools for modeling interactions.