Magnetic Modeling of B-Probes in Fusion Energy Devices

Fusion energy has the potential to revolutionize how we generate electricity, and pave our path towards a netzero carbon future. Most fusion fuels are hydrogen isotopes, which are heated and compressed into a plasma state. This process is very difficult – if the plasma degrades or behaves poorly, fusion won’t be able to occur. One method of monitoring a plasma is through measuring its magnetic field. Magnetic field probes need careful designs which allow them to measure the field accurately without getting exposed to the harsh environmental conditions of the plasma – nothing can be inserted directly into the plasma. This project investigates a new method of shielding probes from the plasma, by keeping them in the walls of the plasma-containment chamber. Using physics modelling software, this project investigates the effects of this positioning and will quantify how successful this approach is. With fusion being a rapidly growing industry, all advances in magnetic field measurement are greatly beneficial.

Faculty Supervisor:

Jordan Morelli

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Partner:

General Fusion Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services; Utilities

University:

Queen's University

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