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Design of the Compact Auburn Torsatron

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/5454593· OSTI ID:5454593

This paper describes the design and optimization procedure for the Compact Auburn Torsatron. Included in this is a description of the Cary-Hanson Optimization technique. In this paper the properties of the magnetic fields are presented and a description of the machine and the construction procedure. The experimental setup for the surface mapping is described and conclusions are presented. 10 refs., 9 figs., 1 tab.

Research Organization:
Auburn Univ., AL (USA)
Sponsoring Organization:
DOE/ER
DOE Contract Number:
FG05-85ER53192
OSTI ID:
5454593
Report Number(s):
DOE/ER/53192-40; ON: DE90002543
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English