24 Formulation of SHG using Classical Harmonic Oscillator

Dr. Ajit K. Mahapatro

Learning Objectives

From this module students may get to know about the following

i. Introduction to second harmonic generation

ii. Mathematical explanations and examples of SHG

iii. Formulation of SHG using harmonic oscillator

References

• References: 1.R.W. Boyd, Nonlinear optics (Academic Press, Boston, 1992).

• S.C.Gupta, Textbook on Optical Fiber Communication and Its Applications, PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd., 2004