Abstract
The shielding effectiveness of laser-induced breakdown from focused, visible laser pulses from 5 ns to 125 fs is determined from measurements of transmission of energy through the focal volume. The shielding efficiency decreases as a function of pulse duration from 5 ns to 300 fs and increases from 300 fs to 125 fs. The results are compared with past studies at similar pulse durations. The results of the measurements support laser-induced breakdown models and may lead to an optimization of laser-induced breakdown in ophthalmic surgery by reduction of collateral effects.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Applied Optics |
Volume | 36 |
Issue number | 22 |
Pages (from-to) | 5630-5640 |
Number of pages | 11 |
ISSN | 1559-128X |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 01.08.1997 |
Research Areas and Centers
- Academic Focus: Biomedical Engineering