Optimization of a Bundle Divertor For the Fusion Engineering Device

1 March 1983

journal article
research article
Published by Taylor & Francis in Nuclear Technology - Fusion

Vol. 3 (2) , 280-286
https://doi.org/10.13182/fst83-a20851

Abstract

Optimal double-T bundle divertor configurations have been obtained for the Fusion Engineering Device. On-axis ripple is minimized, while satisfying a series of engineering constraints. The ensuing nonlinear optimization problem is solved via a sequence of quadratic programming subproblems, using the VMCON software. The resulting divertor designs are substantially improved over previous configurations.

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