RISE -Inertial fusion science and technology hub- Goals to advance Inertial Fusion Energy*

The RISE hub consists of a team of experts from the Colorado State University (lead), Stanford & SLAC National Accelerator Lab. (co-lead), University of Illinois, Cornell University, Texas A&M, Los Alamos National Lab. , Naval Research Lab. , Marvel Fusion, Xcimer Energy, and General Atomics  dedicated to advance laser-driven Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) science and technologies by performing: 1) theoretical design of multiple IFE concepts, 2) experiments and theory to advance technologies enabling laser fusion drivers, 3) IFE target development and engagement, and 4) experimental validation of fusion concepts.  In addition, the hub’s research offers a platform for workforce development and for engaging in university-industry-national laboratory partnerships.

The RISE hub supports advances in IFE pursuing  both krypton fluoride (KrF, λ=248 nm) and solid-state lasers drivers. Combined with innovative target concepts that exploit nano-structured and energy efficient target designs, these laser drivers will open up novel IFE regimes with ultrashort and high-energy temporally shaped nanosecond laser pulses and hybrid “hot spot “ ignition designs.  This talk will describe the goals of the RISE hub and the planned research activities that will synergistically contribute to achieve scientific milestones and grow the much-needed diverse workforce in fusion energy.