Core Insights - The Chinese Advanced Attosecond Laser Facility's core driving system has achieved 100% domestic production, breaking foreign monopolies and matching or exceeding international performance standards [2][3] - The project is a collaboration between the Institute of Physics and the Xi'an Institute of Optics and Precision Mechanics, aiming to create a comprehensive ultrafast electron dynamics research platform [2] - The development of the femtosecond laser, crucial for the stability of the attosecond laser, has faced significant technical challenges, requiring a dedicated team to refine the entire laser system [3] Project Development - Prior to this project, China relied heavily on imported femtosecond lasers, which posed risks of embargoes and high maintenance costs [3] - A specialized team of over 60 members was formed in 2023 to tackle the technical challenges over nearly three years [3] - The project has led to a series of spillover effects, enhancing the industrial laser sector in China and fostering the growth of a skilled engineering team [4] Future Plans - The research project for the femtosecond driving laser is expected to pass final acceptance by the end of 2025, with the facility's construction entering a peak procurement phase in 2023 [4] - The team aims to complete all unengineered module optimizations by mid-2023, with industrial production standards set to be achieved [4] - The facility is projected to be completed by March 2027, with all equipment installation finished by the second half of 2028, and it will provide new research methods for various scientific fields [4]