What Does CPA Stand For?
CPA stands for Chirped Pulse Amplification
Chirped Pulse Amplification (CPA) is a laser technology that enhances the peak power of ultrashort laser pulses by initially stretching the pulse in time, amplifying it, and then compressing it back to a brief duration. This technique minimizes the distortion and damage that can occur during amplification, allowing for the generation of high-intensity laser pulses essential for various applications in fields such as physics, medicine, and telecommunications.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 17th June 2025 | Edit Acronym