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Bumper wall for plasma device

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6926599
Operation of a plasma device such as a reactor for controlled thermonuclear fusion is facilitated by an improved bumper wall enclosing the plasma to smooth the flow of energy from the plasma as the energy impinges upon the bumper wall. The bumper wall is flexible to withstand unequal and severe thermal shocks and it is readily replaced at less expense than the cost of replacing structural material in the first wall and blanket that surround it.
Assignee:
Energy Research and Development Administration
Patent Number(s):
US 4052999
OSTI ID:
6926599
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English