Research on Materials Under Extreme Conditions

In Physics of Plasmas, LLNL physicist Hye-Sook Park discussed various experimental techniques and key findings of material states under HED conditions.

From NIF to Z: LLNL, Sandia Continue to Collaborate on Diagnostics Projects

LLNL and Sandia National Laboratories are continuing their long-standing collaboration on diagnostic advancements for the nation’s premier high energy density (HED) research facilities.

Materials Scientist Studies the Innards of Exoplanets

In a Q&A with Quanta Magazine, LLNL’s Federica Coppari discusses how she uses the world’s largest and highest-energy laser to recreate the cores of distant worlds. Read more...

Research Achieves Slow and Fast Light in Plasma

A laser-plasma system can be tuned to produce large and measurable changes in the group velocity of light, a technique that could further NIF’s quest for fusion ignition.

How NIF Inspired Groundbreaking 3D Metal-Printing Technology

A seminar at Stanford University, the decades-long quest for fusion energy, and an innovative technique for protecting NIF’s optical components from laser damage were the inspiration for a new high-speed 3D manufacturing technology that’s about to enter the market.

Laser-Driven Ion Acceleration with Deep Learning Benefits NIF

Research conducted at LLNL is the first to apply neural networks to the study of high-intensity short-pulse laser-plasma acceleration, which is important for ICF research at NIF.

Experiments Validate Possibility of Helium Rain in Jupiter, Saturn

LLNL scientists now have experimental evidence supporting predictions that helium rain is possible under conditions inside planets such as Jupiter and Saturn.

NIF Installs New, Improved Shot Setup Tool

When NIF’s CMT (Campaign Management Tool) was finally retired May 3, it marked the culmination of a seven-year design and development cycle to replace the original experiment setup tool known to be complex and cumbersome.