R. Boonchoo , J. Promping , A. Tamman , M. Nisoa , A. Wisitsorasak , P. Klaywittaphat , S. Sangaroon , B. Chatthong
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Abstract
This study uses numerical simulations to investigate the effects of magnetic field topology resulting from various polywell fusion setup configurations, including the cube configuration (6 coils), dodecahedron configuration (12 coils), double-layer configuration (14 coils) and disco configuration (26 coils). The results suggest that increased number of magnetic coils and magnitude of magnetic flux density through increased coil current leads to a longer electron confinement time. This is shown by the increased magnetic flux density and magnetic well width with increasing number of coils. In addition, each configuration is investigated to predict the capacity of electron confinement. Numerical electron injections are applied to each magnetic field topology to determine the decay behavior of electron numbers, from which the electron confinement time is calculated.
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The journal accepts papers about experiments (both plasma and technology), theory, models, methods, and designs in areas relating to technology, engineering, and applied science aspects of magnetic and inertial fusion energy. Specific areas of interest include: MFE and IFE design studies for experiments and reactors; fusion nuclear technologies and materials, including blankets and shields; analysis of reactor plasmas; plasma heating, fuelling, and vacuum systems; drivers, targets, and special technologies for IFE, controls and diagnostics; fuel cycle analysis and tritium reprocessing and handling; operations and remote maintenance of reactors; safety, decommissioning, and waste management; economic and environmental analysis of components and systems.