Abstract
Experimental ultra-intense light-matter interaction has now reached the level of petawatt powers using large-aperture Nd.glass laser systems [1], even if only at high costs per shot and very low repetition rates. If, on the other hand, ultra-high field strength and repetition rate is of more concern than maximum pulse energy, as is typical for basic research in many non-fusion user facilities, titanium-sapphire (Ti:Sa) appears to be the most advanced laser medium.
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