Two dimensional computer simulation results of the two exploding pusher ball-plate targets are in approximate agreement with the experimental space and time integrated x-ray spectra, x-ray microscope data, neutron yields, and laser energy absorptions. Three parameters were used to characterize the laser absorption due to plasma instabilities. Two dumpall parameters were used to model the energy absorption and a single variable was used to define the electron temperature. The values, as well as the selection procedure for these parameters are discussed. (auth)
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission depository collection.
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DOE contract number: W-7405-ENG-48 NSA number: NSA-33-011731 OSTI Identifier 4151949 Research organization: California Univ., Livermore (USA). Lawrence Livermore Lab.