RF matching feedback control systems on the JET ITER-like antenna

M. Vrancken, A. Argouarch, T. Blackman, P. Dumortier, F. Durodié, R. H. Goulding, M. Graham, S. Huygen, P. Jacquet, E. Lerche, M. L. Mayoral, A. M. Messiaen, M. P.S. Nightingale, J. Ongena, D. Van Eester, M. Van Schoor, M. Vervier, R. Weynants, A. Whitehurst

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Abstract

Ion Cyclotron Resonance Frequency (ICRF) antennas achieve maximum power transfer from RF generator to plasma load by establishing an impedance match. The JET ITER-Like Antenna (ILA) consists of 4 mutually coupled resonators that need to be matched simultaneously and whose resonant states need to be accurately controlled by several available actuators to couple maximum power and to achieve optimal ELM resilience. The operation of the matching system is described. Experimental operation revealed some phenomena and sensitivities that did not surface from simulation alone and that should be taken into account for the design of future ICRF antennae systems.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationRadio Frequency Power in plasmas - Proceedings of the 18th Topical Conference
Pages225-228
Number of pages4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2009
Event18th Topical Conference on Radio Frequency Power in plasmas - Gent, Belgium
Duration: 24 Jun 200926 Jun 2009

Publication series

NameAIP Conference Proceedings
Volume1187
ISSN (Print)0094-243X
ISSN (Electronic)1551-7616

Conference

Conference18th Topical Conference on Radio Frequency Power in plasmas
Country/TerritoryBelgium
CityGent
Period24/06/0926/06/09

Keywords

  • Antenna
  • Feedback control system
  • ICRF
  • Impedance match

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