Physics of dynamic magnetically-driven fusion plasmas

Pulsed power drivers can supply large magnetic forces to drive plasmas to fusion temperatures over a wide density range. In this talk we explore the magnetohydrodynamic processes common to many of these systems, where the unique properties of magnetically-driven compression create opportunities for novel designs but also place limits on what is achievable. The focus is on creating plasma conditions relevant to DT fusion, the requirements for ignition and gain, and how the fusion parameter space scales with current, spatial and time scales.