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Generalized multiple-prism dispersion theory for laser pulse compression: higher order phase derivatives

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An exact, and explicit, expression for the second derivative of the generalized multiple-prism angular dispersion is provided. This corresponds to the third derivative of the generalized exit angle with respect to the refractive index (∇ 3 n φ 2,m ). Higher derivatives, in abstract notation, are also given. The generalized equations are presented in a format applicable to practical prismatic configurations utilized in laser pulse compression schemes in the femtosecond domain. Exact values, as a function of the refractive index, are given for the first, second, and third angular derivatives for compensating double-prism and four-prism configurations of practical interest.

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Duarte, F.J. Generalized multiple-prism dispersion theory for laser pulse compression: higher order phase derivatives. Appl. Phys. B 96, 809–814 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00340-009-3475-2

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