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    • Optics and Photonics
    • Laser Physics
    • Nonlinear Optics

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    • Complex laser systems, particularly those for inertial confinement fusion, face challenges in achieving high-quality beam shaping.
    • Multi-stage amplification and frequency conversion processes introduce near-field non-uniformity, impacting system performance and safety.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a novel multi-stage dynamic convergence strategy for mitigating near-field non-uniformity in complex laser systems.
    • To enable high-precision near-field control and reduce optical damage risks.

    Main Methods:

    • Derivation of dynamic convergence functions based on fluence/power using spatially modulated injection fields.
    • Establishment of an iterative control model linking a spatial light modulator (SLM) to third-harmonic (3ω) output for closed-loop regulation.

    Main Results:

    • Demonstrated reduction in the modulation depth of the 3ω beam from 1.8:1 to below 1.5:1 after three iterations.
    • Significant suppression of localized hotspot intensity, improving beam uniformity.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed multi-stage dynamic convergence strategy effectively controls near-field non-uniformity in complex laser systems.
    • The method enhances high-fluence stability and reduces optical damage risks, finding routine deployment in large-scale laser facilities.