Laser absorption and energy transfer in foams of various pore structures and chemical compositions

J. Limpouch, N. G. Borisenko, N. N. Demchenko, S. Yu. Gus'kov, A. Kasperczuk, A. M. Khalenkov, V. N. Kondrashov, E. Krousky, J. Kuba, K. Masek, Yu. A. Merkul'ev, W. Nazarov, P. Pisarczyk, T. Pisarczyk, M. Pfeifer, O. Renner, V. B. Rozanov

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Abstract

Interaction of sub-nanosecond intense laser pulses with foams containing fine and large pores has been studied experimentally. Laser penetration and energy transport in the foam material are measured via streaked side-on x-ray slit images. Shock wave transition through the foam is detected via streaked optical self-emission from foil attached on the foam rear side. The shock transition time increases with the pore size, foam density, and also with the contents of high Z additions in plastic foams. Foil acceleration is observed via 3-frame interferometry. Comparison of experimental results with numerical simulations and an analytical model is underway.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)457-459
Number of pages3
JournalJournal de Physique IV - Proceedings
Volume133
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2006

Keywords

  • IRRADIATED TARGETS
  • DENSITY

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