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AI framework optimizes laser pulse shapes for fusion energy

Researchers have developed a new AI framework called the ICF Laser Pulse Shape Design System (LPDS) to optimize laser pulse shapes for inertial confinement fusion (ICF). This generative inverse modeling approach maps desired outcomes and pellet configurations directly to optimized laser pulses, addressing the limitations of traditional simulation-heavy methods. The system incorporates a multi-objective loss function to ensure physical constraints are met and includes mechanisms for fine-grained control and editing of pulse characteristics, with initial studies showing transferability to real experimental data. AI

IMPACT This AI framework could accelerate the development of practical fusion energy by optimizing a critical design parameter.

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AI framework optimizes laser pulse shapes for fusion energy

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  1. arXiv cs.AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Ricardo Luna Gutierrez, Vineet Gundecha, Rahman Ejaz, Varchas Gopalaswamy, Riccardo Betti, Sahand Ghorbanpour, Aarne Lees, Soumyendu Sarkar ·

    Inverse Modeling for Laser Pulse Shape Design in Inertial Confinement Fusion

    arXiv:2610.33096v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: The achievement of practical fusion energy remains one of the most pressing unsolved scientific challenges, with immense implications for carbon-free power. A critical factor in the success of Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) is th…