Finite Larmor radius stabilized Z-pinches
Finite Larmor radius stabilized Z-pinches
The possibility of Finite-Larmor-Radius stabilization of a straight, diffuse, Z-pinch is considered using the FLR corrected MHD fluid equations. Stabilization of all MHD modes is indicated if a/sub i//a is sufficiently large. If a/sub i//a is too large, however, current-driven instabilities are found. Comparison with several experiments suggests that a ''stability window'' may exist. Scaling to reactor conditions is considered and, because of the possibility of operating at very high plasma density, sufficient n tau for a pulsed D-D system of small size and energy content is suggested.
- University of North Texas United States
Plasma Density, Odd-Odd Nuclei, Fluid Mechanics, Mechanics, Magnetohydrodynamics, Hydrogen Isotopes, Pinch Devices, Scaling Laws, Isotopes, Currents, Plasma Instability, Light Nuclei, Open Plasma Devices, Thermonuclear Devices 700107* -- Fusion Energy-- Plasma Research-- Instabilities, Stable Isotopes, Instability, Linear Pinch Devices, Larmor Radius, Deuterium, Nuclei, Stabilization, Electric Currents, Linear Z Pinch Devices, Hydrodynamics, 70 Plasma Physics And Fusion Technology, Plasma Macroinstabilities
Plasma Density, Odd-Odd Nuclei, Fluid Mechanics, Mechanics, Magnetohydrodynamics, Hydrogen Isotopes, Pinch Devices, Scaling Laws, Isotopes, Currents, Plasma Instability, Light Nuclei, Open Plasma Devices, Thermonuclear Devices 700107* -- Fusion Energy-- Plasma Research-- Instabilities, Stable Isotopes, Instability, Linear Pinch Devices, Larmor Radius, Deuterium, Nuclei, Stabilization, Electric Currents, Linear Z Pinch Devices, Hydrodynamics, 70 Plasma Physics And Fusion Technology, Plasma Macroinstabilities
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