Ion Beam Technology: More Information

Transformational impact in science, security, and industry

The Ion Beam Technology Program integrates expertise and technologies from the deep origins of the ATAP Division in ion-accelerator design and in the quest for fusion energy. IBT now supports extraordinarily diverse scientific and industrial applications, including quantum computing, innovative neutron and gamma generators, and improvement of everything from computer discs to energy efficient windows through plasma applications. Our goal: transformational impact on critical needs. More >

Plasma and Ion Source Technology

At the heart of a wide range of IBT applications is a family of simple, reliable ion sources that use radio-frequency power for induction heating of a plasma. In recent years this technology has been parlayed into simple, compact efficient neutron and gamma-ray generators for the security missions of DOE and other agencies. More >

Plasma and Ion Source Technology

At the heart of a wide range of IBT applications is a family of simple, reliable ion sources that use radio-frequency power for induction heating of a plasma. In recent years this technology has been parlayed into simple, compact efficient neutron and gamma-ray generators for the security missions of DOE and other agencies. More >

A Commitment to Partnering and Innovation

We actively seek out opportunities to apply our skills for transformational impact in critical areas of national and industrial need. Illustrating the creativity and technology-transfer significance of our efforts, IBT and its predecessors have figured into 13 R&D 100 Awards. Our staff have received 14 US patents since 2000, and 12 students have earned PhDs since 1997 based on work performed in whole or in part in IBT. More >

Fusion Energy Science, High Energy Density Physics, and NDCX-II

Within ATAP we are teamed with the Fusion Science Program, described on a page of its own, which focuses on heavy-ion linacs for inertial fusion energy. This longtime endeavor that has resulted in NDCX-II, a user facility for high-energy-density physics.

Recent Publications

IBT Program researchers carry on their tradition of prolific publication in both the refereed literature and conference proceedings. In 2014 and 2015 to date they have been corresponding or co-authors of some 26 papers published or accepted by refereed journals. Detailed lists are kept on the IBT Program’s own website and that of its Plasma Applications Group.