High image quality sub 100 picosecond gated framing camera development

Abstract

A major challenge for laser fusion is the study of the symmetry and hydrodynamic stability of imploding fuel capsules. Framed x-radiographs of 10-100 ps duration, excellent image quality, minimum geometrical distortion (<1*), dynamic range greater than 1000, and more than ZOO x 200 pixels are required for this application. Recent progress on a gated proximity focused intensifier which meets these requirements is presented.