Abstract
Sequential multiple photoionization of the prototypical molecule N2 is studied with femtosecond time resolution using the Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS). A detailed picture of intense x-ray induced ionization and dissociation dynamics is revealed, including a molecular mechanism of frustrated absorption that suppresses the formation of high charge states at short pulse durations. The inverse scaling of the average target charge state with x-ray peak brightness has possible implications for single-pulse imaging applications.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 253002 |
Journal | Physical Review Letters |
Volume | 104 |
Issue number | 25 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 23 2010 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Physics and Astronomy