Hierarchic Electrodynamics and Free Electron Lasers: Concepts, Calculations, and Practical Applications presents intriguing new fundamental concepts in the phenomenon of hierarchical electrodynamics as a new direction in physics. Concentrating on the key theory of hierarchic oscillations and waves, this book focuses on the numerous applications of nonlinear theory in different types of high-current Free Electron Lasers (FEL), including their primary function in the calculation methods used to analyze various multi-resonant, multi-frequency nonlinear FEL models.
This is considered the first book to:
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Completely and systematically describe the foundation of hierarchical electrodynamics as a new direction of physics
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Fully represent the physics of high-current FEL - and associated models - from the hierarchic oscillation wave perspective
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Cover the multi-harmonic nonlinear theory of new types of electronic devices, such as plasma-beam and two-stream FEL
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Formulate and substantiate the concept of cluster femtosecond FEL
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Analyze practical prospects for a new generation of a global "Star Wars" strategic defense systems
These subjects involve a wide range of disciplines. Using numerous real-world examples to illustrate information and concepts, the book offers a mathematical foundation to explore FEL applications as well as analyze hierarchic plasma-like electrodynamic systems and femto-second clusters of electromagnetic energy. Assembling fragmented concepts from existing literature, the author re-examines classic approaches in order to develop new insights and achieve scientific breakthroughs.
Part I : Hierarchical Electrodynamics : Key Concepts, Ideas, and Investigation Methods
Chapter 1 : High-Current Free Electron Lasers as a Historical Relic of the Star Wars Epoch
Chapter 2 : Elements of the Theory of Hierarchic Dynamic Systems
Chapter 3 : Hierarchic Oscillations
Chapter 4 : Hierarchic Waves
Chapter 5 : Hierarchic Description
Chapter 6 : Hierarchic Systems with Fast Rotating Phases
Chapter 7 : Electron Oscillations in FEL-Like Electronic Systems
Chapter 8 : Hierarchic Oscillations and Waves : The Foundation of the World?
Part II : High-Current Free Electron Lasers
Chapter 9 : Free Electron Lasers for the Cluster Systems
Chapter 10 : General Description of the FEL Models
Chapter 11 : Parametrical (Ordinary) Free Electron Lasers : Weak-Signal Theory
Chapter 12 : Ordinary (Parametrical) Free Electron Lasers : Cubic-Nonlinear Theory
Chapter 13 : Two-Stream Superheterodyne Free Electron Lasers
Chapter 14 : Plasma-Beam and Parametrical Electron- Wave Superheterodyne FEL
Index