glossary:plasma-liner-experiment-plx

CONCEPT dossier

Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)

Glossary term: Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)

CONCEPT Fusion Physics

01 Executive_Summary

An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage.

02 Definition

An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage.

Related terms: MTF MIF FRCHX HyperJet

03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Overview

An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage.

Role: Glossary term: Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)

Entity Type: Concept — Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) is a technical concept or theoretical framework.

Technical Definition

An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage.

Related Concepts: MTF, MIF, FRCHX, HyperJet

05b Related_Topics (2)

Field-Reversed Configuration

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Magnetized Target Fusion

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07 Key_Findings

▸ Role: Glossary term: Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)
▸ Entity Type: Concept — Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
▸ Related Concepts: MTF, MIF, FRCHX, HyperJet

09 Timeline_Mentions (6)

2010

PLX Facility Construction Begins

Dr. Scott C. Hsu leads the construction of the Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) at LANL, pivoting toward PJMIF technology.

fusion-physics

2010

PLX Facility Construction

The Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) facility is constructed at LANL, marking a shift toward Plasma-Jet-Driven Magneto-Inertial Fusion.

fusion-physics

2012

PLX Supersonic Plasma Jet Characterization

The Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) completes characterization of merging supersonic argon plasma jets, a potential standoff driver for magneto-inertial fusion.

fusion-physics

2016

FRCHX closeout and PLX succession

FRCHX program closeout; FRC/MTF lineage transitions to PLX and the CFR black track.

defense-programs

2024

PLX demonstrates spherical plasma liner formation

36 jets form argon liner. Tangled field target avoids FRC/spheromak instabilities. Physics of Plasmas publication.

fusion-research

2025

PLX Commercialization Call

Triad National Security releases a call for partners to commercialize the Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) from LANL.

historical-context

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10 FAQ

What is Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)? ▾

An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage.

What role does Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) play in the research network? ▾

Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) is classified under the "Fusion Physics" category, serving as Glossary term: Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX). An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage.

What evidence supports the Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) assessment? ▾

The intelligence assessment for Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) is supported by 3 primary sources. Key sources include "Formation and Study of a Spherical Plasma Liner for Plasma-Jet-Driven Magneto-Inertial Fusion", "Formation of Imploding Plasma Liners for HEDP and MIF Application", and "Overview, Status, and Plans of the Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)". These documents provide the evidentiary basis for the analysis.

What is the technical definition of Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)? ▾

An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage. Related Concepts: MTF, MIF, FRCHX, HyperJet

What is the physics behind Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)? ▾

An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage. Role: Glossary term: Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) Entity Type: Concept — Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) is a technical concept or theoretical framework.

What external sources document Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)? ▾

Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) is documented by 3 external sources, including 1 Preprint Article (arXiv), 1 Technical Report (OSTI), and 1 Conference Abstract (APS). Notable references include "Formation and Study of a Spherical Plasma Liner for Plasma-Jet-Driven Magneto-Inertial Fusion", "Formation of Imploding Plasma Liners for HEDP and MIF Application", and "Overview, Status, and Plans of the Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)".

How was information about Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) collected? ▾

Information about Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) was collected through open-source intelligence (OSINT) methods, analyzing 3 declassified documents and cross-referencing findings across the research network.

What is the current status of Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)? ▾

An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage.

How does Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) relate to compact fusion research? ▾

Overview An experiment using converging plasma jets to form a spherically converging liner for MTF/MIF. PLX succeeded FRCHX in the LANL FRC/MTF lineage. Role: Glossary term: Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) Entity Type: Concept — Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX) is a technical concept or theoretical...

What documents should I read to learn more about Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX)? ▾

To learn more about Plasma Liner Experiment (PLX), review the 3 primary sources, and related research finding linked in the source documents section of this dossier.