Status of Laser-Fusion Research
- 1 January 1975
- journal article
- Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) in IEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science
- Vol. 22 (1), 38-44
- https://doi.org/10.1109/tns.1975.4327612
Abstract
The use of lasers to initiate fusion of the heavy isotopes of hydrogen for production of commercial electric power has been under investigation for the past five years at a significant level. While some problems have been identified, a great deal of progress has been made including the observation of substantial compression. The present outlook is promising and the laser technique now is recognized as a possible alternate to magnetic containment techniques for fusion power applications.Keywords
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