An optically multiplexed single-shot time-resolved probe of laser-plasma dynamics

Z. E. Davidson, B. Gonzalez Izquierdo, A. Higginson, K. L. Lancaster, S. D. R. Williamson, M. King, D. Farley, D. Neely, P. McKenna, R. J. Gray

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Abstract

We introduce a new approach to temporally resolve ultrafast micron-scale processes via the use of a multi-channel optical probe. We demonstrate that this technique enables highly precise time-resolved, two-dimensional spatial imaging of intense laser pulse propagation dynamics, plasma formation and laser beam filamentation within a single pulse over four distinct time frames. The design, development and optimization of the optical probe system is presented, as are representative experimental results from the first implementation of the multi-channel probe with a high-power laser pulse interaction with a helium gas jet target.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)4416-4423
Number of pages8
JournalOptics Express
Volume27
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 7 Feb 2019

Keywords

  • laser-plasma
  • time resolved
  • optical probe

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