Title :
Matrix formalism for pulse compressors
Author :
Martinez, Oscar Eduardo
Author_Institution :
Dept. de Fisica, CNEA, Buenos Aires, Argentina
fDate :
12/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A matrix formalism for grating and prism compressors is introduced. It is an extension of the standard ABCD matrix formalism for Gaussian optics, but includes the possibility of considering dispersive elements such as gratings and prisms. The full formation on the frequency-dependent phase shift is obtained to compute the time delay dispersion. The formalism simplifies the design of compressors with focusing optics. Information on beam divergence and astigmatism is also acquired
Keywords :
diffraction gratings; high-speed optical techniques; matrix algebra; optical prisms; Gaussian optics; astigmatism; beam divergence; dispersive elements; focusing optics; frequency-dependent phase shift; grating; matrix formalism; prism; pulse compressors; Compressors; Delay effects; Dispersion; Frequency; Gratings; Optical beams; Optical design; Optical pulses; Pulse compression methods; Vision defects;
Journal_Title :
Quantum Electronics, IEEE Journal of
