Ultrahigh-peak-power laser pulse compression by a double-smoothing grating compressor
Abstrak
Spatial intensity modulation in amplified laser beams, particularly hot spots, critically constrains attainable pulse peak power due to the damage threshold limitations of four-grating compressors. This study demonstrates that the double-smoothing grating compressor (DSGC) configuration effectively suppresses modulation through directional beam smoothing. Our systematic investigation validated the double-smoothing effect through numerical simulations and experimental measurements, with comprehensive spatiotemporal analysis revealing excellent agreement between numerical and practical pulse characteristics. Crucially, the DSGC enables a 1.74 times energy output boost compared to conventional compressors. These findings establish the DSGC as a pivotal advancement for next-generation ultrahigh-power laser systems, providing a viable pathway toward hundreds of PW output through optimized spatial energy redistribution.
Topik & Kata Kunci
Penulis (10)
Renjing Chen
Wenhai Liang
Yilin Xu
Shuman Du
Xiong Shen
Peng Wang
Jun Liu
Zhaoyang Li
Ruxin Li
Efim Khazanov
Akses Cepat
- Tahun Terbit
- 2025
- Sumber Database
- DOAJ
- DOI
- 10.1017/hpl.2025.28
- Akses
- Open Access ✓