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Laser-driven inner-shell excitation in high-Z atoms: A shell-selective impact ionization mechanism

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OSTI ID:756426

A highly selective, coherent impact ionization mechanism is proposed for the efficient generation of inner-shell population inversion in laser-driven plasmas. The theoretical analysis is consistent with observed L-shell (2p{l_arrow}3d) emission spectra from laser-excited Xe clusters.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (US); Sandia National Labs., Livermore, CA (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
US Department of Energy (US)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
756426
Report Number(s):
SAND2000-1447C
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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