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Title: Mathematical modeling of gas-dynamic and radiative processes in experiments with the use of laser and heavy-ion beams

Journal Article · · Plasma Physics Reports
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  1. Russian Academy of Sciences, Lebedev Physical Institute (Russian Federation)
  2. Russian Academy of Sciences, Joint Institute for High Temperatures (Russian Federation)
  3. GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH (Germany)

Results are presented from theoretical and experimental studies of gas-dynamic and radiative processes in the plasma that is planned to be used in future experiments on the stopping of fast heavy-ion beams. These experiments are aimed at measuring the enhanced (as compared to cold substance) plasma stopping power. To reliably interpret the experimental results, it is necessary to create a hydrodynamically stable homogeneous plasma with a uniform temperature and a lifetime exceeding the transit time of the heavy-ion beam (3–5 ns). The method for calculating plasma gas-dynamic characteristics with allowance for radiative heat transfer is described. The specific features of the so-called ion model of plasma, which is used to calculate plasma radiative characteristics, are discussed. The emission spectrum formed as a result of conversion of laser radiation into X-rays and the subsequent passing through a triacetate cellulose (C{sub 12}H{sub 16}O{sub 8}) target is calculated. The simulated spectrum of transmitted radiation satisfactorily agrees with experimental data.

OSTI ID:
22216079
Journal Information:
Plasma Physics Reports, Vol. 39, Issue 9; Other Information: Copyright (c) 2013 Pleiades Publishing, Ltd.; http://www.springer-ny.com; Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 1063-780X
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English