Published January 2000 | Version v1
Journal article

Nuclear physics with lasers

Creators

  • 1. School of Mathematical and Computational Sciences, University of St. Andrews, St. Andrews (United Kingdom)

Description

Short high-intensity laser pulses can be used to initiate a variety of nuclear processes, ranging from fission to the emission of neutrons, protons and positrons. (UK)

Additional details

Publishing Information

Journal Title
Physics World
Journal Volume
13
Journal Issue
1
Journal Page Range
p. vp.
ISSN
0953-8585

INIS

Country of Publication
United Kingdom
Country of Input or Organization
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
INIS RN
43067052
Subject category
S73: NUCLEAR PHYSICS AND RADIATION PHYSICS;
Descriptors DEI
LASER RADIATION; LASERS; NUCLEAR REACTIONS; PULSES
Descriptors DEC
ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION; RADIATIONS

Optional Information

Notes
This record replaces 31039481