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Fusion Induced by Radioactive Ion Beams

J. F. Liang·C. Signorini
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The use of radioactive beams opens a new frontier for fusion studies. The coupling to the continuum can be explored with very loosely bound nuclei. Experiments were performed with beams of nuclei at or near the proton and neutron drip-lines to measure fusion and associated reactions in the vicinity of the Coulomb barrier. In addition, the fusion yield is predicted to be enhanced in reactions involving very neutron-rich unstable nuclei. Experimental measurements were carried out to investigate if it is feasible to use such beams to produce new heavy elements. The current status of these experimental activities is given in this review.

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J. F. Liang, C. Signorini. 2005-04-26. Fusion Induced by Radioactive Ion Beams. https://doi.org/10.1142/s021830130500382x

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