The aim of the first part of the course (Quantum Electronics) is to give a correct quantum-mechanical description of the radiation-matter interaction and provide the physical tools necessary to understand the functioning of LASERs. At the end of the module, the students should possess the main aspects of the radiation-matter interaction and should be able to qualitatively and quantitatively describe the functioning of a LASER oscillator. The subject of the second part of the course (Nonlinear Optics) is the description of nonlinear interaction of laser with matter aimed to the understanding of the working principles of integrated optical devices performing wavelength conversion, modulation, and logical functions. The applications of nonlinear optics to information technology, environmental monitoring, and biomedical sciences are also treated.
Prerequisiti
The Mathematical and Physical concepts given by the 1st Level Degree (Mechanics and Electromagnetism, Geometry and Algebra). The concepts illustrated in the course of “Fotonica” (Photonics) are important but not essential.
Metodi didattici
Lectures (hours/year in lecture theatre, blackboard + slides): 48 Practical class (hours/year in lecture theatre): 24 Laboratory: 22
Verifica Apprendimento
Oral examination about the topics of the course aimed at assessing the degree of comprehension of the student.
Testi
D. J. Griffiths. Introduction to Quantum Mechanics (2nd Edition). Pearson Prentice Hall.
W. Koechner. Solid.State Laser Engineering (6th Edition). Springer.
G. New. Introduction to Nonlinear Optics. Cambridge University Press, 2011.
Ultrashort pulses Relation between pulsewidth and spectral bandwidth. Nonlinear propagation of ultrashort pulses in optical fibers. Temporal solitons. Measurement of pulsewidth via correlations.
Spontaneous and stimulated light scattering Rayleigh scattering. Raman and Brillouin scattering. Doppler velocimetry. LIDAR techniques for environmental monitoring. Stimulated Raman and Brillouin scattering. Raman amplifiers and oscillators. CARS technique.
Lingua Insegnamento
INGLESE
Altre informazioni
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