Radio frequency wave applications in magnetic fusion devices

1 January 1981

journal article
Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) in Proceedings of the IEEE

Vol. 69 (8), 1030-1043
https://doi.org/10.1109/PROC.1981.12113

Abstract

An overview of RF wave applications in magnetic fusion devices is given. A summary of the wave physics, the present experimental progress, and the technological development of RF heating is presented. Particular emphasis is placed on the technological requirements of wave launchers, transmission systems, and RF generators for the three main frequency ranges: the ion cyclotron (ICRF), the lower hybrid (LHRF), and the electron cyclotron (ECRF). Some possible extrapolations of the present technology to CTR regimes are discussed.

Keywords

RADIO FREQUENCY
MAGNETIC DEVICES
PLASMA WAVES
PLASMA DEVICES
PLASMA TEMPERATURE
HEATING
PHYSICS
PLASMA PROPERTIES
CYCLOTRONS
ELECTRONS

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