Shock accelerated particles in inertial fusion

We consider both electrostatic and magnetized shocks in inertial fusion. It is known that strong localized electric fields exist in laser compressed pellets that are associated with shock like structures and these are responsible for DT fuel separation. Here we propose to excite strong shocks in the low density corona to accelerate ions as an alternative to the ion fast ignition schemes where a separate target is used. We also consider shock accelerated particles in magnetized liner inertial fusion where the Z pinch drives a strong shock. We present theory and simulations of both electrostatic and magnetized shock accelerated particles.