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Overview of FEL (free-electron laser) development with induction linacs at LLNL

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OSTI ID:6977193

The multikiloampere peak currents available from linear induction accelerators make high-gain, free-electron laser amplifier configurations feasible. High extraction efficiencies in a single pass of the electron beam are possible if the wiggler parameters are appropriately ''tapered,'' as recently demonstrated at millimeter wavelengths on the 4-MeV ELF facility. Magnetic pulse power systems enable high-repetition-rate operation of the accelerator for high-average-power applications. Key issues involved in extending the technology to shorter wavelengths and higher average powers are described. 3 refs., 8 figs.

Research Organization:
Lawrence Livermore National Lab., CA (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
OSTI ID:
6977193
Report Number(s):
UCRL-99186; CONF-880888-8; ON: DE88014179
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English