Numerical methods for stellarator optimization

Conference · Sun Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1989

OSTI ID:6217478

Morris, R N; Hedrick, C L; Hirshman, S P; Lyon, J F; Rome, J A

A numerical optimization procedure utilizing an inverse 3-D equilibrium solver, a Mercier stability assessment, a deeply-trapped-particle loss assessment, and a nonlinear optimization package has been used to produce low aspect ratio (A = 4) stellarator designs. These designs combine good stability and improved transport with a compact configuration. 7 refs., 2 figs., 1 tab.

• Research Organization: Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-84OR21400
• OSTI ID: 6217478
• Report Number(s): CONF-890403-20; ON: DE89012342
• Resource Relation: Conference: 7. international stellarator workshop, Oak Ridge, TN, USA, 10 Apr 1989; Other Information: Portions of this document are illegible in microfiche products
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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