FAIR—Status and relevance for heavy ion fusion

The chosen design concepts and technical approaches as described in the Heavy Ion Driver Ignition Facility (HIDIF) study are compared with the present status of accelerator technologies and the experiences gained in the operation of the heavy ion accelerator facilities at GSI. Novel advanced technologies, as developed e.g. for the FAIR Project, may be used for a more compact and realistic driver layout. Major differences between a single shot and a high repetition rate facility will be discussed.