Current Research Areas

LIFT is bridging the gap between research and functional power plants by building collaborative frameworks to identify and tackle these key scientific hurdles while leaning on LLNL’s historical expertise to support the development of infrastructure, supply chain, and talent.

Driver Technology
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Repeatedly coupling enough energy to the target to obtain fusion gain
Target Physics
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Engineering fusion fuel capsules to optimize performance
Target Fabrication
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Producing precisely engineered, cost-effective targets containing fusion fuel
Chamber Materials
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Developing materials to withstand the fusion power plant’s extreme environment
Systems Integration, Diagnostics, and Controls
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Coordinating fusion subsystems into a reliable and efficient power plant
Fuel Cycle and Chamber Interface
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Integrating fuel cycle systems with the target chamber to manage tritium and plant operations

Inertial Fusion Energy Science and Technology Roadmap

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Research Areas Roadmap

Magnetic Fusion Energy Science and Technology Roadmap

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