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Experimental observations of rotamak equilibria

Journal Article · · Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States)
Some experimental observations of rotamak equilibria made in a high-power, short-duration (approx.80-..mu..s) experiment and a complementary low-power, long-duration experiment are summarized. In the high-power experiment two possible equilibrium phases have been identified: an oblate, compact torus configuration and a ..beta.. = 1, mirrorlike configuration. In the low-power experiment toroidal plasma current has been driven, and a compact torus configuration has been maintained, for several milliseconds.
Research Organization:
School of Physical Sciences, The Flinders University of South Australia, South Australia 5042, Australia
OSTI ID:
5153910
Journal Information:
Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States) Vol. 48:18; ISSN PRLTA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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