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Current phase control test based on real-time measurement of impedance matrix of ICRF antennas
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Fusion Engineering & Design . Oct2011, Vol. 86 Issue 6-8, p987-991. 5p. - Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- Abstract: New ion cyclotron range of frequencies (ICRF) antennas have just been installed in the large helical device (LHD). These side-by-side ICRF antennas are symmetrical and designed to launch fast waves with various wave numbers parallel to the magnetic field line. The wave number can be controlled by changing the current phase on the straps; however, the mutual coupling between antennas changes antenna impedances, even if the plasma parameters are constant, leading to an increase in the reflected power. In addition to the current phase control, impedance matching devices must be tuned for the protection of tetrode tubes and efficient power injection. For this purpose, the impedance matrix of ICRF antennas must be determined, and it can be deduced from the forward and reflected waves at the outlet of the power amplifier by assuming geometric symmetry and reciprocity of the antennas. Using half-scale antennas, we successfully demonstrated simultaneous impedance matching and current phase control. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09203796
- Volume :
- 86
- Issue :
- 6-8
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Fusion Engineering & Design
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 66732305
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fusengdes.2011.02.033