ISSN:
1432-0649
Keywords:
97.85
;
33.00
;
36.00
;
42.55.Vc
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract The development of a unified picture of short-pulse high-intensity multiphoton processes, embracing atoms, molecules, and solids, appears possible through the study of clusters. Of particular significance are possible intra-cluster processes that can influence the mechanism of ionization and lead to the production of inner-shell vacancies. Inner-shell excitation leading to prompt X-ray emission is specifically considered and the treatment leads to the definition of a critical cluster size n c representing the achievement of maximal X-ray emission from the ensemble. These results suggest the possibility of designing a new class of molecular materials optimized for the efficient production and amplification of X-rays.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00332459
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