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    Area of Science:

    • Plasma Physics
    • X-ray Science
    • Laser-Induced Fusion

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    • Compton radiography in inertial confinement fusion (ICF) experiments relies on X-ray sources generated by lasers irradiating wire targets.
    • Thin wire targets (∼10 µm) are necessary for high spatial resolution but result in low laser-target interception, limiting photon yield.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate a novel coded-source radiography technique using laser-driven annular X-ray sources.
    • To enhance spatial resolution and photon yield for Compton radiography in ICF.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized Monte Carlo and Particle-In-Cell (PIC) simulations to model laser irradiation of tube targets.
    • Investigated the role of electron recirculation in forming annular X-ray sources.

    Main Results:

    • The annular X-ray source technique demonstrated improved spatial resolution and contrast compared to Gaussian sources from wire targets.
    • Significantly increased backlighter target diameter is feasible without compromising spatial resolution, enhancing laser-target interception.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed technique reconciles spatial resolution and photon yield for Compton radiography.
    • Predicts a potential multi-fold increase in source photon yield for future ICF experiments.