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The hydrodynamic theory and properties of spherical homogeneous isentropic compression are discussed. Computer results are described showing that a close approximation to compressions of this type may be accomplished by light-induced pellet ablation if the light absorbed by the pellet is properly programmed with time, and is spatially uniform over the pellet surface. Pellet compressions in excess of ten thousand-fold are computed.
Presented at the Third Workshop on “Laser Interaction and Related Plasma Phenomena” held at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York, August 13–17, 1973.
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Kidder, R.E. (1974). The Theory of Homogeneous Isentropic Compression and its Application to Laser Fusion. In: Schwarz, H.J., Hora, H. (eds) Laser Interaction and Related Plasma Phenomena. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-8416-8_3
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