LLNL and Fraunhofer ILT Collaborate on Next-Gen Inertial Fusion Lasers for Power Plants
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT are collaborating on the ICONIC-FL project to advance laser-ignited inertial fusion for industrial use. The initiative focuses on developing high-energy diode-pumped solid-state lasers capable of firing about 15 shots per second, following LLNL's recent breakthrough in energy extraction from fusion. This partnership aims to enhance the efficiency and reliability of laser systems, potentially paving the way for climate-neutral electricity generation.
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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT are collaborating on the ICONIC-FL project to transition laser-ignited inertial fusion from experimental to industrial application. The project aims to develop high-energy diode-pumped solid-state lasers capable of firing approximately 15 shots per second, essential for future fusion power plants.
Following LLNL's December 2022 breakthrough in energy extraction from fusion, the partnership will simulate laser amplifiers and validate designs to enhance efficiency and reliability. The collaboration leverages LLNL's high-energy laser expertise and Fraunhofer ILT's industrial scaling capabilities to accelerate the development of robust laser systems, potentially enabling climate-neutral electricity generation.
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