Laser Modeling: A Numerical Approach with Algebra and Calculus

Don't let the mathematical rigor of solutions get in the way of understanding the concepts. Complete with downloadable spreadsheets, this novel text presents algebraic models and traditional calculus-based methods in tandem to make concepts easier to digest. Each technique is introduced alongside a practical, solved example based on a commercial laser. Chapters address gain saturation, thermal effects on solid-state lasers, Q-switching, non-linear optics, and more. Laser theory is covered in an accessible way that can be applied immediately, and numerically, to real laser systems.