Journal of Vacuum Science & Technology A Vacuum Surfaces and Films · 1988 · 18 citations · 0 references
Natural SciencesNuclear EngineeringPhysicsFusion EngineeringPlasma PhysicsFusion PlasmasFusion Reactor MaterialsInertial Confinement FusionLaser PhysicsNuclear FusionPlasma ConfinementCryogenic EngineeringCryogenic Fuel LayeringImplosion HydrodynamicsInertial ConfinementLaser-driven FusionTarget Design
The first successful fabrication of a cryogenic foam target is reported. Detailed techniques to ensure accurate fuel loading in the foam shell are described. This target has been used for implosion experiments with the Gekko XII glass laser.