Dilation X-ray Imager (DIXI): A Sub-10ps X-ray Framing Camera for the NIF
Abstract
We have constructed a microchannel plate based x-ray framing camera which utilizes pulse-dilation technology to achieve temporal resolution below 10 ps. The design is suitable for fielding at the National Ignition Facility and can operate in a high yield neutron environment. Here, we present the instrument design specifications and construction details along with data from calibration experiments performed with femtosecond laser pulses in the ultra-violet. We will also discuss the capabilities of pulse-dilation imaging and further applications in high energy density plasma physics experimentation.
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is operated by Lawrence Livermore National Security (LLC) for the US DOE, National Nuclear Security Administration under DE-AC52-07NA27344. GA is supported by the US DOE under DE-AC52-06NA27279.- Publication:
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APS Division of Plasma Physics Meeting Abstracts
- Pub Date:
- October 2011
- Bibcode:
- 2011APS..DPPPP9098H