Abstract
Many technologies are needed to build a fusion power plant: vacuum systems, magnet systems, plasma stability control, superconductors, radio waves, microwaves, lasers, accelerators, structural support, cryogenics systems, cryogenic pellet injectors, plasma power control, high-temperature materials that can survive radiation damage, radiation shielding, tritium control, 3D computer aided design systems, safety analyses, and diagnostic instruments. This chapter provides a brief introduction to these topics, which are discussed in the rest of the book.
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Dolan, T.J. (2013). Technology Issues. In: Dolan, T. (eds) Magnetic Fusion Technology. Lecture Notes in Energy, vol 19. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-5556-0_2
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