High-energy-density Targets Fabricated by Michigan Target Research and Fabrication (MiTRF)

Michigan Target Research and Fabrication (MiTRF) at the University of Michigan has the distinct capability of fabricating targets for a variety of high-energy-density (HED) physics experiments. We have been assembling targets for the Omega Laser Facility, the Jupiter Laser Facility, the Z machine, and several other facilities for over a decade. Our thoughtful approach to the target fabrication process serves the broader HED science community, including researchers from National Laboratories, Universities, and Industry. We provide comprehensive modeling support, fabrication, characterization and metrology of individual components and finished targets, hand delivery to facilities, and experimental support. MiTRF is now a LaserNetUS facility node supporting LaserNetUS experiments, allowing us the opportunity to significantly contribute to HED science by providing targets for experimental configurations fielded at various facilities. Additionally, our network within the target building community allows us to rely on each entity's specialties to maximize efficiency and target quality. This poster overviews MiTRF's capabilities and recent campaigns.