Abstract
Collisionless shocks in counter-streaming plasmas, created by the high-power laser system Gekko XII HIPER, are investigated. The shock structure and density are measured by optical diagnostics such as shadowgraphy, interferometry, and streaked interferometry. The plasma density and temperature are estimated from self-emission measurements with visible light by streaked optical pyrometer and gated optical imager. Brightness temperatures are calculated considering the efficiency of the detectors, and electron temperatures are estimated.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 283-286 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Astrophysics and Space Science |
Volume | 336 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 Nov |
Keywords
- Collisionless shock
- Electrostatic shock
- High power laser
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Astronomy and Astrophysics
- Space and Planetary Science