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Production of plasmas by long-wavelength lasers

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4412504

A long-wavelength laser system for heating low-density plasma to high temperatures is described. In one embodiment, means are provided for repeatedly receiving and transmitting long-wavelength laser light in successive stages to form a laser-light beam path that repeatedly intersects with the equilibrium axis of a magnetically confined toroidal plasma column for interacting the laser light with the plasma for providing controlled thermonuclear fusion. Embodiments for heating specific linear plasmas are also provided. (Official Gazette)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-29-004259
Assignee:
to United States Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 3764466
OSTI ID:
4412504
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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