The Challenge for Adiabatically Heated FRC Based D-\(^3\)He Fusion

IF 2.1 4区工程技术 Q1 NUCLEAR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Journal of Fusion Energy Pub Date : 2026-03-25 DOI:10.1007/s10894-026-00565-z

Timothée Nicolas, Christophe Goupil, Eric Herbert, Justin Ball

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Abstract

The performance requirements of fusion reactors based on FRC adiabatic compression with a D-\(^3\!\)He fuel are discussed. Assuming thermonuclear reaction rates, confinement times exceeding 10 ms are required for peak magnetic fields below 25 T. The typical thermodynamic cycle of such reactors in current/flux variables is computed. The fact that most magnetic energy is channeled to vacuum magnetic energy, instead of heating the plasma, translates into a very elongated thermodynamical cycle. The consequences for the viability of this type of reactors are discussed.

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基于绝热FRC的D- \(^3\) He聚变的挑战

讨论了以D- \(^3\!\) He为燃料的FRC绝热压缩聚变反应堆的性能要求。假设热核反应速率，限制时间超过10毫秒的峰值磁场低于25 t，这类反应堆在电流/通量变量的典型热力学循环计算。事实上，大多数磁能被引导到真空磁能，而不是加热等离子体，转化为一个非常长的热力学循环。讨论了对这类反应堆生存能力的影响。

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Journal of Fusion Energy 工程技术-核科学技术

CiteScore

2.20

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0.00%

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审稿时长

2.3 months

期刊介绍： The Journal of Fusion Energy features original research contributions and review papers examining and the development and enhancing the knowledge base of thermonuclear fusion as a potential power source. It is designed to serve as a journal of record for the publication of original research results in fundamental and applied physics, applied science and technological development. The journal publishes qualified papers based on peer reviews. This journal also provides a forum for discussing broader policies and strategies that have played, and will continue to play, a crucial role in fusion programs. In keeping with this theme, readers will find articles covering an array of important matters concerning strategy and program direction.