Lecture
This lecture covers the measurement of femtosecond pulses, including pulse propagation through dispersive media, pulse measurement methods, and autocorrelation techniques. It also discusses the principles of pulse characterization and the applications of ultrafast lasers. The content delves into the operation of lasers, power fluctuations, and laser beam steering technologies. Additionally, it explores nonlinear frequency conversion and optical fiber systems. The lecture provides insights into the fundamental concepts and advanced applications of femtosecond lasers for engineers.