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Title: The Theory of Variances in Equilibrium Reconstruction

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/960424· OSTI ID:960424

The theory of variances of equilibrium reconstruction is presented. It complements existing practices with information regarding what kind of plasma profiles can be reconstructed, how accurately, and what remains beyond the abilities of diagnostic systems. The σ-curves, introduced by the present theory, give a quantitative assessment of quality of effectiveness of diagnostic systems in constraining equilibrium reconstructions. The theory also suggests a method for aligning the accuracy of measurements of different physical nature.

Research Organization:
Princeton Plasma Physics Lab. (PPPL), Princeton, NJ (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Science (SC)
DOE Contract Number:
DE-ACO2-76CHO3073
OSTI ID:
960424
Report Number(s):
PPPL-4278; TRN: US0903071
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English