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Three dimensional non-linear theory of the free electron laser

Conference · · AIAA Pap.; (United States)
OSTI ID:5076243
 [1];  [2]
  1. U.S. Navy, Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, D.C.
  2. Jaycor, Alexandria, Va.
The present paper deals primarily with finite transverse dimension effects and efficiency enhancement methods in a steady state FEL amplifier configuration. In particular, a comprehensive formalism is used to study finite transverse dimension effects associated with (1) the wiggler field, (2) the electron beam and (3) the total radiation beam. The formulation includes efficiency enhancement schemes such as spatially contouring the wiggler field as well as accelerating the electron beam. The relationship between these various enhancement schemes is discussed. Finally, a finite transverse dimension illustrative example of a 10.6 micron FEL with enhanced efficiency is given.
OSTI ID:
5076243
Report Number(s):
CONF-800712-
Conference Information:
Journal Name: AIAA Pap.; (United States) Journal Volume: 80-1404
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English