Published February 1996 | Version v1
Journal article

Mode conversion experiments in TFTR

Description

In the Tokamak Fusion Test Reactor (TFTR) the mode converted ion Bernstein wave (IBW) has been shown to heat electrons, drive current (both on and off axis), and to interact with fusion products. D-3He and D-T-3He plasmas have been used as mode conversion targets. On-axis mode conversion heating increased Te(0) from 3 keV to 10 keV with 4 MW of ICRF. On-axis currents of 125 kA with 2 MW of ICRF, and off axis currents of 100 kA with 4 MW of ICRF, have been driven. A strong interaction of the IBW with fusion products has been observed. Mode conversion current drive (MCCD) for TPX is briefly discussed. copyright 1996 American Institute of Physics

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
AIP Conference Proceedings
Journal Volume
355
Journal Issue
1
Journal Page Range
p. 63-66.
ISSN
0094-243X
CODEN
APCPCS

Conference

Title
11. topical conference on radio frequency in plasmas.
Dates
17-19 May 1995.
Place
Palm Springs, CA (United States).

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Secondary number(s)
CONF-9505105--.