Creation of Relativistic Plasmas using Ultrahigh-Intensity Laser Radiation,
Abstract
Recent theoretical work on the relativistic dynamics of electrons in plasmas produced by short laser pulses is reviewed. The effect of the electron motion upon the laser propagation is discussed, and brief comments are made about the feasibility of laser-induced nuclear reactions and laser wakefield accelerators.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 22, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADP007085
Entities
People
- B. M. Penetrante
- J. N. Bardsley
Organizations
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory