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We developed an ultra-compact, multi-channel x-ray spectrometer (UCXS) for high-intensity laser plasma experiments. This diagnostic provides spectral resolution for x-ray energies from 1-30 keV, enabling detailed source characterization.

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Area of Science:

  • Plasma Physics
  • Spectroscopy
  • X-ray Optics

Background:

  • High-intensity, short-pulse lasers generate complex X-ray spectra.
  • Characterizing these X-ray sources is crucial for understanding laser-plasma interactions.
  • Existing diagnostics may lack the compactness or repetition rate for certain experiments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an ultra-compact, multi-channel X-ray spectrometer (UCXS).
  • To enable high-repetition-rate X-ray spectroscopy (>1 Hz) in laser-driven plasma experiments.
  • To resolve X-ray spectra from 1-30 keV for detailed source analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Designed a multi-channel spectrometer with 25 channels.
  • Utilized X-ray filters of varying materials and thicknesses for spectral resolution.
  • Coupled each X-ray filter to a single scintillator for detection.
  • Adapted the diagnostic for high-repetition-rate operation (>1 Hz).

Main Results:

  • Achieved spectral resolution of approximately 1 keV over the 1-30 keV energy range.
  • Demonstrated capability to detect and resolve various laser-driven X-ray sources.
  • Successfully commissioned the UCXS at the ABL laser facility.

Conclusions:

  • The UCXS is a viable diagnostic for high-repetition-rate laser plasma experiments.
  • The spectrometer effectively characterizes diverse X-ray emissions up to 30 keV.
  • Preliminary results confirm the diagnostic's performance and utility.