Theory of tunnel ionization in complex systems.
A quasianalytical theory of tunnel ionization is developed that is applicable to general complex systems, such as large molecules. Our analysis reveals strong deviations from conventional tunnel ionization theories, dependent upon the system's geometry, angular momentum, and polarizability. A comparison of our theory with recent C(60) ionization experiments yields reasonable agreement.
Brabec
Thomas
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Center for Photonics Research, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. brabec@uottawa.ca
Côté
Michel
M
Boulanger
Paul
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Ramunno
Lora
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