This movie introduces LCLS-II, a future light source at SLAC. It will generate over 8,000 times more light pulses per second than today’s most powerful X-ray laser, LCLS, and produce an almost continuous X-ray beam that on average will be 10,000 times brighter. These unrivaled capabilities will help researchers address a number of grand challenges in science by capturing detailed snapshots of rapid processes that are beyond the reach of other light sources.
Read more: https://www6.slac.stanford.edu/news/2016-04-04-major-upgrade-will-boost-power-worlds-brightest-x-ray-laser.aspx
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