Mini-workshop on high repetition rate laser-driven ion acceleration
Odyssey
Luskin Conference Center, UCLA
While multi-Hz laser facilities are becoming more widely available, laser-driven ion acceleration experiments typically do not operate at the Hz level. Operation at these repetition rates not only represents a key step towards exploitation of laser-driven sources for application but also provides large data-set to support fundamental understanding.
This mini-workshop aims to support discussion of the technical challenges associated with high-repetition rate experiments including targetry, diagnostics, debris and automated control. The output of the discussion will inform development of the new short-focal length experimental area (EA2) at the Central Laser Facility's Extreme Photonics Application Centre (EPAC).
During the workshop, researchers from a range of international facilities will share updates on their current efforts to address these technical challenges and guided discussion will aim to identify avenues for collaborative development. The results of the discussions will be shared with the community via a white paper.