The Pathway to Laser Inertial Fusion Energy (LIFE)

This talk will discuss the pathway to inertial fusion energy. Anticipating ignition on the recently completed NIF facility, plans have been developed for transition to commercial delivery of a demonstration power plant, known as LIFE. The US leads the world in this field, with intense interest internationally in the proposed solution. Because of its near-term potential, recent work has been driven by the requirements of likely end-users, including economic, social and policy considerations.