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Spectroscopic Techniques: Lasers

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Springer Handbook of Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics

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Abstract

As a primary research tool, the laser plays a fundamental role in the spectroscopic study of atomic and molecular systems. This Chapter describes the basic operating principles, configurations, and characteristic parameters of lasers. Laser designs are discussed and then the details of the interaction of the laser light with matter delineated. The reader is also referred to Chapts. 70 (Laser Priciples) and 71 (Types of Lasers) for further information.

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Abbreviations

CARS:

coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering

IR:

infrared

MPI:

multiphoton ionization

UV:

ultraviolet

VUV:

vacuum ultraviolet

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  1. Department of Chemistry and Chemical Physics Institute, University of Oregon, 97403-1253, Eugene, OR, USA

    Paul Engelking

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    Gordon Drake Prof.

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Engelking, P. (2006). Spectroscopic Techniques: Lasers. In: Drake, G. (eds) Springer Handbook of Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics. Springer Handbooks. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-26308-3_42

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