Computational Simulation of Laser Experiment (IMAGE)

University of Chicago

Computational Simulation of Laser Experiment

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This image shows how a laser that illuminates a small carbon rod launches a complex flow, consisting of supersonic shocks and turbulent flow. When the grid is present, turbulence becomes dominant and the self-generated magnetic field is significantly amplified. The top half of the simulation illustrates gas density per cubic centimeter, while the bottom half depicts strength of magnetic field.

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University of Chicago Flash Center

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