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Laser applications and other topics in quantum electronics

Optimal two-mirror system for laser radiation focusing

A. V. Gitin

Max-Born-Institute für Nichtlineare Optik und Kurzzeitspectroskopie, Berlin, Germany

Abstract: An optical system for laser radiation focusing, which consists of parabolic and elliptic mirrors, is considered. It is shown by the method of elementary reflections that the maximum concentration of laser radiation on the target can be achieved at a certain position of these mirrors.

PACS: 42.15.-i, 42.55.-f, 42.60.Jf

Received: 17.04.2008
Revised: 17.02.2009

 English version: Quantum Electronics, 2009, 39:10, 977–980

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