PW lasers: Matter in extreme laser fields

Petawatt (PW) lasers are unique tools to study plasmas under extreme conditions. There are many applications for these plasmas that potentially have an impact on a wide range of scientific disciplines. A number of these are highlighted here in this review including: fast ignition of fusion targets;...

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Main Authors: Norreys, P, Krushelnick, K, Zepf, M
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2004