- Department: Physics
- Module co-ordinator: Dr. Chris Murphy
- Credit value: 10 credits
- Credit level: M
- Academic year of delivery: 2021-22
- See module specification for other years: 2022-23
Pre-requisite modules
- None
Co-requisite modules
- None
Prohibited combinations
Occurrence | Teaching period |
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A | Autumn Term 2021-22 |
The course will provide an overview of the key plasma physics issues associated with inertial fusion research. It will enable students to make an informed decision on an appropriate research degree project, while at the same time providing the essential foundations necessary to pursue a research degree in the field. It will provide the necessary background for students to appreciate seminars in this research field. Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) is one of two major routes that are being pursued for fusion energy applications. It relies upon the extreme compression and heating of a tiny fuel capsule by the action of intense laser, ion or soft x-ray radiation. Students will learn about key aspects of ICF including the physics of ignition and burn, implosion physics, laser plasma interactions and hydrodynamic instabilities as well as being introduced to the latest developments in the field such as Fast Ignition.
At the end of this module successful students will be able to:
Task | Length | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework Coursework |
N/A | 14 |
Online Exam - 24 hrs (Centrally scheduled) Fusion ¿ Inertial Confinement |
8 hours | 86 |
None
Task | Length | % of module mark |
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Online Exam - 24 hrs (Centrally scheduled) Fusion ¿ Inertial Confinement |
8 hours | 86 |
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