We show that nonlinear propagation phenomena can alter the laser-induced breakdown threshold in bulk materials. These effects play a critical role in the resulting damage morphology and explain previously discrepant damage measurements.


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    Title :

    Self-focusing effects in femtosecond laser-induced damage in solids


    Contributors:
    Homoelle, D. (author) / Vuong, L. (author) / Gaeta, A.L. (author)


    Publication date :

    2004-01-01


    Size :

    174720 byte



    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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