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Theory and modeling of ion acceleration from the interaction of ultra-intense lasers with solid density targets
The interaction of a high intensity, short-pulse laser with a thin
target can lead to the generation of a highly collimated beam of
fast ions off the rear target surface. These ion beams have the
potential to impact inertial confinement fusion applications,
including their use in diagnostics and fast-ignition. Recent work
by the authors in the modeling of ion acceleration, using both full
particle-in-cell and hybrid (particle ions, reduced electron
physics) models, is leading to improved understanding of the physics
governing ion acceleration