Automation and control of laser wakefield accelerators using Bayesian optimization
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DOI: 10.1038/s41467-020-20245-6
Abstract: Laser wakefield accelerators promise to revolutionize many areas of accelerator science. However, one of the greatest challenges to their widespread adoption is the difficulty in control and optimization of the accelerator outputs due to coupling… read more here.
Keywords: laser; wakefield accelerators; automation control; optimization ... See more keywords
The effect of laser pulse evolution on down-ramp injection in laser wakefield accelerators
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-69049-4
Abstract: Electron self-injection in laser wakefield accelerators (LWFAs) is an important determinator of electron beam parameters. Controllable and adjustable LWFA beams are essential for applications. Controlled injection by capturing sheath electrons can be achieved using plasma… read more here.
Keywords: laser; laser wakefield; injection laser; injection ... See more keywords
Intrinsic Stabilization of the Drive Beam in Plasma-Wakefield Accelerators.
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DOI: 10.1103/physrevlett.121.064803
Abstract: The hose instability of the drive beam constitutes a major challenge for the stable operation of plasma-wakefield accelerators. In this Letter, we show that drive beams with a transverse size comparable to the plasma blowout… read more here.
Keywords: drive beam; wakefield accelerators; intrinsic stabilization; plasma wakefield ... See more keywords