Synchrotron Radiation and Free-Electron Lasers: Principles of Coherent X-Ray Generation

By Ryan Lindberg, Kwang-Je Kim, Zhirong Huang

Learn about the latest advances in high-brightness X-ray physics and technology with this authoritative text. Drawing upon the most recent theoretical developments, pre-eminent leaders in the field guide readers through the fundamental principles and techniques of high-brightness X-ray generation from both synchrotron and free-electron laser sources. A wide range of topics is covered, including high-brightness synchrotron radiation from undulators, self-amplified spontaneous emission, seeded high-gain amplifiers with harmonic generation, ultra-short pulses, tapering for higher power, free-electron laser oscillators, and X-ray oscillator and amplifier configuration. Novel mathematical approaches and numerous figures accompanied by intuitive explanations enable easy understanding of key concepts, whilst practical considerations of performance-improving techniques and discussion of recent experimental results provide the tools and knowledge needed to address current research problems in the field. This is a comprehensive resource for graduate students, researchers and practitioners who design, manage or use X-ray facilities.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1107162610
• ISBN13: 9781107162617
• Release Date: April 2017
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 298 Pages
• Weight: 1.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.0" x 10.1"