Published 2003 | Version v1
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Mechanical tests of the ITER toroidal field model coil

  • 1. Association Euratom-CEA Cadarache, 13 - Saint-Paul-lez-Durance (France). Dept. de Recherches sur la Fusion Controlee
  • 2. Forschungszentrum Karlsruhe GmbH Technik und Umwelt (Germany)

Description

The ITER toroidal field model coil (TFMC) was designed to allow an overall mechanical test representative of the ITER toroidal field (TF) coils. The paper details the mechanical tests performed, compares them to model predictions and discusses the experience gained in the understanding of the mechanical behaviour of the ITER TF coils. The good agreement found between prediction given by a finite element model and mechanical measurements performed during the tests demonstrates that coil mechanical behaviour is well understood. The reproducibility of the evolution of stresses and coil deformation during testing including cycling tests showed that no measurable degradation of the mechanical properties of the coil occurred. This test contributed to the qualification of the design and manufacturing procedures of the ITER TF coils

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Publishing Information

Imprint Pagination
7 p.
Report number
INIS-FR--3211

Conference

Title
18. international conference on magnet technology
Dates
20-24 Oct 2003
Place
Morioka (Japan)

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