Dynamic enhancement of single-shot temporal contrast measurement by self-referenced spectral interferometry
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: We present a method for the dynamic enhancement of single-shot self-referenced spectral interferometry, achieving a temporal intensity contrast measurement capability exceeding 10 10 . Our approach employs optical Kerr lensing and white-light generation to optically limit the main pulse of a high-power laser, while leaving pre- and post-pulses as well as pedestal structures unaffected.
Source: Optics Express
DOI: 10.1364/oe.572556
Authors: Stefan Bock, Thomas Oksenhendler, Tobias Witting, René Gebhardt, Uwe Helbig, Alyona Dotsenko, Yen-Yu Chang, Jörn Dreyer, Toma Toncian, Ulrich Schramm
Language: English
Subfield: Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
Field: Physics and Astronomy
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $2,270
Funder: Helmholtz Association
OpenAlex ID: W4413924433