ISSN:
1090-6487
Keywords:
42.55.Vc
;
42.60.By
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract Amplified spontaneous inner-shell emission produced via an ultrafast burst of high-energy electrons from a femtosecond laser-produced plasma is proposed as a novel electron-pumped x-ray laser. In this scheme, a population inversion of the upper laser level is created via impact ionization of atomic inner shells by electron bombardment. Based on the requirement of a positive gain coefficient for amplifying spontaneous K α line emission, a simple pumping threshold is found for the incident electron flux, and feasibility of the scheme is assessed for a range of low-Z elements.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1134/1.567754
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