Welcome to LLE

The Laboratory for Laser Energetics (LLE)
of the University of Rochester is a unique national resource for research and education in science and technology. The Rochester area has a history of innovation and provides a unique setting for LLE within a technologically sophisticated community. LLE was established in 1970 as a center for the investigation of the interaction of intense radiation with matter.

Inertial Confinement
Fusion: An Introduction LLE has created a book for readers of all backgrounds to learn about and share the excitement of inertial fusion research. Download a .pdf file (31.9 MB). ICF book cover
A Spider Lab?
LLE was featured on Discovery Channel Canada's Daily Planet.
Watch the video here
Spider and OMEGA target held in place with spider silk
Quick Shot
Working on OMEGA EP sidelighter
OMEGA EP Sidelighter
Mechanical Assembly

The mechanical assembly of the antechamber on the OMEGA EP sidelighter has been completed. Shown is a partially assembled service trailer that includes two cable carriers. The first carrier allows the trailer and second carrier to travel half way. The trailer then stops where the second carrier extends, allowing the OAPI-M to reach its position inside the OMEGA EP target chamber. Past Quick Shots

Around the Lab
Inner and intermediate shrouds for the new moving cryostat
LLE's Mechanical Engineering Group

The Mechanical Engineering Group provides a full range of mechanical design, engineering, fabrication, assembly, and testing capabilities. They specialize in designing, fabricating, and constructing unique and precise components and structures and are staffed by 26 full-time employees and 5 students. Shown above are the inner and intermediate shrouds for the new moving cryostat developed by the Mechanical Engineering group. ...read more


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