Scoping studies for net

Abstract

Scoping studies for NET using the SUPERCOIL system code are described. Capital cost optimized devices satisfying constraints imposed on stresses/strains, fields, access, etc. are compared. The main objectives are to determine what impact the main design characteristics, performance objectives and underlying plasma physics assumptions have on the parameters and cost of NET. A complete picture for choosing the main parameters of NET is developed and illustrated by the main NET study points used during the conceptual design phase.