Smith-Purcell Radiation: Basic Theory and Applications

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Dr George Doucas (Research Lecturer Emeritus, Research Lecturer Emeritus, University of Oxford)

Smith-Purcell Radiation

Basic Theory and Applications

Dr George Doucas (Research Lecturer Emeritus, Research Lecturer Emeritus, University of Oxford)

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Oxford University Press
18 February 2025

Electricity, electromagnetism & magnetism; Particle & high-energy physics; Quantum physics (quantum mechanics & quantum field theory)

Smith-Purcell radiation is the name given to the radiation produced when a charged particle beam, usually electrons, passes close to the surface of a metallic grating. The wavelength of the emitted radiation depends on the period of the grating and on the angle of observation. This makes this phenomenon a very useful tuneable source of radiation in the far-infrared (or THz) part of the spectrum, where tuneable sources are scarce. Moreover, a spectral analysis of the radiation can be used to reconstruct the time profile of the very short (picosecond or sub-picosecond) electron bunches that gave rise to this radiation. This is a parameter that is of interest to accelerator designers and users. The book is aimed primarily at experimentalists but starts with a relatively simple theoretical description of the origin of this radiation and then discusses its application either as a beam diagnostic tool or as a tuneable source of THz radiation. There is also a brief overview of other THz sources in order to allow the reader to assess the advantages of Smith-Purcell radiation.

By: Dr George Doucas (Research Lecturer Emeritus Research Lecturer Emeritus University of Oxford)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 252mm, Width: 175mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 350g
ISBN: 9780198951346
ISBN 10: 0198951345
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 18 February 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

George Doucas was, until his retirement, a Research Lecturer in the Department of Physics, University of Oxford. His research interests were centred on the physics and applications of particle accelerators and particle beams, with particular emphasis on the development of suitable techniques for the determination of the properties of a particle beam. Apart from these areas, he has also worked on the Sudbury Neutrino Observatory (SNO) project as a member of the Oxford team. He is the author of numerous papers on these topics.

Reviews for Smith-Purcell Radiation: Basic Theory and Applications

One of the most interesting subjects for a researcher working in the field of electromagnetic radiation generated by free charged particles. * Andrea Doria, ENEA, Italy * Scholarly and rigorous. * Philip Burrows, University of Oxford * Very well written and complete. * Alan Fisher, Stanford Linear Accelerator Center *