Covers the fundamental concepts of laser operation, including dispersion theory, gain and resonators, different types of laser systems, noise characteristics, optical fibers, ultrafast lasers, and nonlinear frequency conversion.
Explores the classification and analysis of sinusoidal oscillators, including RC and LC types, stability, and practical examples with Colpitts and quartz oscillators.
Analyzes an LC resonator as a harmonic oscillator, discussing transient behavior, oscillations in charge and current, and the interplay between electrical and magnetic energy.
