1. KrF Laser Optimization
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Edward T. Salesky, S. J. Czuchlewski, B. J. Krohn, Alvin R. Larson, and David E. Hanson
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Physics ,Mathematical model ,business.industry ,020209 energy ,General Engineering ,02 engineering and technology ,Electron ,Laser ,01 natural sciences ,Fluence ,010305 fluids & plasmas ,law.invention ,Optics ,Dimension (vector space) ,Gas pressure ,law ,0103 physical sciences ,0202 electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineering ,Deposition (phase transition) ,business ,Inertial confinement fusion - Abstract
The optimization of a 10-kJ large aperture (1-X 1-m) electron-beam-pumped KrF laser is investigated theoretically. Model calculations in zero and one dimension have been performed over extensive ranges in a few parameters for optimization of output fluence. A practical procedure for one-dimensional modeling is given, and significant differences between calculations performed in zero and one dimension are discussed. Predictions are compared to preliminary experimental results. The model is then applied to a regime of much higher electron energy deposition and total gas pressure. Some aspects of the operation of such a laser are discussed. Applications to inertial confinement fusion are described.
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- 1987
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