Author :
Deri, R.J. ; Patra, S. ; Bayramian, A. ; Aceves, S. ; Anklam, T. ; Bullington, A. ; Chen, D. ; Dunne, M. ; Erlandson, A. ; Flowers, D. ; Fulkerson, S. ; Manes, K. ; Molander, W. ; Moses, E. ; Piggott, T. ; Rana, Sohel ; Schaffers, K. ; Seppala, L. ; Spaet
Author_Institution :
Lawrence Livermore Nat. Lab., Livermore, CA, USA
Abstract :
Several large scale laser applications require diode pumps for high efficiency and average power, but are sensitive to diode performance-cost tradeoffs. This paper describes approaches for addressing these issues, using the example of inertial fusion energy drivers.