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Since the invention of Chirped Pulse Amplification (CPA), laser-driven plasma acceleration (LWFA) has experienced an exponential increase in performance, leading to a growing number of applications. These extend beyond particle acceleration, positioning LWFA as a promising source of radiation across a broad spectral range, from terahertz to gamma rays, potentially serving as a viable alternative to conventional light sources. Several plasma-based emission mechanisms involved in these sources, such as bremsstrahlung, Compton scattering, and Transition Radiation, are already well-established in other fields. Among these, betatron radiation stands out as a unique feature of plasma accelerators, offering novel opportunities for compact, high-brilliance X-ray generation.
