Multielectron ultrastrong laser field ionization of Arn +, Krm+ and Xel+ (n ≤ 9, m ≤ 9, l ≤ 12) at intensities from 1015 W cm-2 to 1018 W cm-2

S. Palaniyappan, A. Dichiara, I. Ghebregziabher, E. L. Huskins, A. Falkowski, D. Pajerowski, B. C. Walker

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Abstract

Ionization yields are reported for Ar, Kr and Xe in ultrastrong fields from 1015 W cm-2 to 1018 W cm-2. Non-sequential ionization (NSI) is shown to be a robust and general feature in ultrahigh field ionization. NSI yields measured are consistent with the trends predicted by a rescattering model, but as one proceeds to higher Z atoms more NSI is observed than predicted theoretically. Additional recollision mechanisms that may need to be considered in future theories of ultrastrong field-atom interactions include 'chain' NSI, NSI from excited states of the atom (e.g. Rydberg states or inner-shell holes) and the possibility of ultrastrong field enhanced recollision/impact processes.

Original languageEnglish
Article numberS09
Pages (from-to)S357-S369
JournalJournal of Physics B: Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics
Volume39
Issue number13
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 14 2006
Externally publishedYes

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