Towards Measuring Vacuum Birefringence


Towards Measuring Vacuum Birefringence

Schlenvoigt, H.-P.

We will present a design study how one could detect vacuum birefringence when combining an ultra-intense optical laser and an X-ray free electron laser. By means of precision X-ray polarimetry, one may detect the polarization flip of X-ray photons induced by the ultra-strong laser fields as a signature of vacuum birefringence. We will discuss crucial experimental parameters and provide a comprehensive model to study the experimental feasibility.

Keywords: Hibef

  • Lecture (Conference)
    27th Annual International Laser Physics Workshop, 16.-20.07.2018, Nottingham, UK

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