Laser Interaction and Related Plasma Phenomena

This text examines laser interaction and related plasma phenomena. Topics covered include new fields opening up in laser-produced high-density plasma research and inertial confinement fusion (ICF). Aspects of environmental protection, global strategies and American energy policies are also covered.

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This text examines laser interaction and related plasma phenomena. Topics covered include: high-power and high-intensity laser generation and laser-light interaction with matter; new fields opening up in laser-produced high-density plasma research and applications for such plasmas; and inertial confinement fusion (ICF), including the use of intense heavy or light ion beams for ICF. Aspects of environmental protection, global strategies and national energy policies are also discussed, with an emphasis on the possible role of lasers or particle beams in various aspects of pollution control.