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    • Laser Physics
    • Computational Physics

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    • Accurate assessment of laser beam transverse mode quality is crucial for laser development and applications, especially with advancements in orbital angular momentum (OAM) beams.
    • Existing methods may face limitations in speed, accuracy, or adaptability to different laser modes and noise conditions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a general and robust modal analysis method for free-space multimode laser beams.
    • To provide a versatile tool for characterizing laser beam quality across various spectral regions and mode bases.

    Main Methods:

    • A Bayesian analysis framework was employed to transform mode decomposition into a linear system problem.
    • A Gaussian probabilistic model was utilized to derive a closed-form solution for modal analysis.
    • The method incorporates prior knowledge of mode content to enhance solutions in the presence of disturbances.

    Main Results:

    • The developed method demonstrates robustness against Gaussian noise.
    • It successfully analyzes laser beams in different bases, including Hermite-Gaussian (HG) and Laguerre-Gaussian (LG) modes.
    • Feasibility was confirmed through simulations and analysis of beam images, including incoherent and coherent superpositions of modes.

    Conclusions:

    • The Bayesian modal analysis offers a reliable and rapid approach for assessing free-space laser beam quality.
    • The method's adaptability and robustness make it suitable for diverse applications, from infrared to ultraviolet wavelengths.
    • This technique provides a valuable tool for advancing laser research and utilization.