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A. Tereshchenko

Bio: A. Tereshchenko is an academic researcher from Max Planck Society. The author has contributed to research in topics: Wendelstein 7-X & Stellarator. The author has an hindex of 6, co-authored 7 publications receiving 85 citations.

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01 Jun 2009
TL;DR: An overview of the implemented analysis strategy, the applied safety margins, and the most remarkable results of the Wendelstein 7-X modular stellarator are given.
Abstract: The Wendelstein 7-X (W7-X) modular stellarator is in the assembly phase at the Max-Planck-Institut fur Plasmaphysik (IPP) in Greifswald, Germany. The goal of the project is to demonstrate that this type of machine is a viable option for a fusion power-plant. The “pentagonal” magnet system of the machine encompasses 50 non-planar and 20 planar superconducting coils with sophisticated support structure. Structural reliability of components as well as resulting deformations and displacements during various modes of operation have to be considered not only for the magnet system but also throughout the whole cryostat whose main components are the plasma vessel, outer vessel, ports, and thermal insulation. A reliable prediction of the W7-X structural behaviour is only possible by employing complex finite element (FE) simulations with a hierarchical set of FE models. A special strategy has been developed and implemented for the task. The design is basically completed, main parameters are defined, and most of the W7-X components are manufactured. Therefore, the focus in the analysis is being shifted to the creation of parametric FE models which allow performing fast analyses of possible non-conformities, changes in the assembly procedure, and future exploration of operational limits. This paper gives an overview of the implemented analysis strategy, the applied safety margins, and focuses on the most remarkable results.

32 citations

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TL;DR: This paper focuses on the most remarkable results, on special problems which had to be solved, on strategic issues like parameterization, complex finite element model structuring and benchmarking with alternative models in different codes, on assumptions of reasonable safety margins and expected tolerances, and on confirmation of analysis results by tests.

16 citations

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01 Oct 2007
TL;DR: The strategy of the structural analysis for this complex mechanical system is being developed and implemented with the ultimate goal to create a tree of numerical models which reliably predict the stellarator structural behaviour.
Abstract: The Wendelstein 7-X (W7-X) stellarator project goal is to demonstrate that the stellarator is a viable option for a fusion power plant. W7-X is in an advanced state of construction and has entered the assembly phase at the Max-Planck-Institute fur Plasmaphysik (IPP) in Greifswald, Germany. The W7-X “pentagonal” basic magnet system is highly sensitive to parameter variations; the cryostat comprises two vessels, which are interconnected elastically by 299 ports. The strategy of the structural analysis for this complex mechanical system is being developed and implemented with the ultimate goal to create a tree of numerical models which reliably predict the stellarator structural behaviour. This paper gives an overview of the strategy, addresses the critical issues and focuses on the most interesting results of the analyses.

14 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors present detailed FE thermo-mechanical analyses of a prototype high heat flux (HHF) target module, baffles, heat shields and wall panels, as well as benchmarking against tests.

13 citations

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01 Jun 2009
TL;DR: In this article, the authors present an overview of finite element modeling, simulations with ANSYS performed on the Wendelstein 7-X cryostat system, and corresponding calculation results.
Abstract: The purpose of the Wendelstein 7-X cryostat is to thermally insulate the magnet system (operating at cryo-temperature) by high vacuum and super insulation, to provide and enclose the working space for the plasma, and to serve as a bearing structure for the system components that have to be placed in the immediate vicinity of the plasma, such as the first wall, the divertor and some of the diagnostic devices. Concerning structural components only, the cryostat is composed of the plasma vessel, the outer vessel and the ports that interconnect the vessels. The cryostat together with the machine base comprises the so called cryostat system, and this is the system that is under consideration in this paper. Due to both the geometrical complexity and the complexity of loading, individual subsystems of the cryostat system could not be analyzed separately. For that reason, a global finite element model of the whole cryostat system had to be created. The paper presents an overview of finite element modeling, simulations with ANSYS performed on this system, and the corresponding calculation results.

7 citations


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Hans-Stephan Bosch1, R. C. Wolf1, Tamara Andreeva1, J. Baldzuhn1  +315 moreInstitutions (21)
TL;DR: The Wendelstein 7-X superconducting device is currently under construction in Greifswald, Germany as mentioned in this paper, where the electron cyclotron resonance heating system, diagnostics, experiment control and data acquisition are prepared for steady-state operation lasting 30 min.
Abstract: The next step in the Wendelstein stellarator line is the large superconducting device Wendelstein 7-X, currently under construction in Greifswald, Germany. Steady-state operation is an intrinsic feature of stellarators, and one key element of the Wendelstein 7-X mission is to demonstrate steady-state operation under plasma conditions relevant for a fusion power plant. Steady-state operation of a fusion device, on the one hand, requires the implementation of special technologies, giving rise to technical challenges during the design, fabrication and assembly of such a device. On the other hand, also the physics development of steady-state operation at high plasma performance poses a challenge and careful preparation. The electron cyclotron resonance heating system, diagnostics, experiment control and data acquisition are prepared for plasma operation lasting 30 min. This requires many new technological approaches for plasma heating and diagnostics as well as new concepts for experiment control and data acquisition.

94 citations

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TL;DR: The superconducting stellarator Wendelstein 7-X, currently under construction, is the key device for the proof of stellarator optimization principles as discussed by the authors, and the most important lessons learned during the device assembly and first experiences with coming major work packages.

68 citations

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L. Wegener1
01 Jun 2009
TL;DR: Wendelstein 7-X (W7-X) as mentioned in this paper is the continuation of fusion experiments of the stellarator type at the Max-Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP).
Abstract: Wendelstein 7-X (W7-X) represents the continuation of fusion experiments of the stellarator type at the Max-Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP). The aim of W7-X is to demonstrate the suitability for a fusion reactor of this alternative type of magnetically confined plasma experiment. W7-X is being built at Greifswald in the northeast of Germany. The size of device (725 tons, height of 5 m, diameter 16 m) and the superconductive magnet system distinguish W7-X from earlier stellarators at IPP. The paper provides a summary of the status of the main components, the mastering of the technical challenges during component acceptance testing and during machine assembly. Latest results of the assembly work are especially highlighted. The scope of the construction of W7-X was modified and additional acceleration measures were implemented to mitigate risks and delays. Some aspects of these changes are explained in this paper.

63 citations

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TL;DR: The assembly of the superconducting stellarator Wendelstein 7-X is well advanced, and a first draft of the commissioning tasks has been developed and will be discussed in this paper.
Abstract: Assembly of the superconducting stellarator Wendelstein 7-X is well advanced, and commissioning of the device is being prepared. A first draft of the commissioning tasks has been developed and will be discussed in this paper.

39 citations

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TL;DR: The Wendelstein 7-X (W7-X) stellarator as discussed by the authors was designed as a pick-up coil to measure the toroidal plasma current, saddle coils to measure Pfirsch-Schluter currents, and segmented Rogowski coils (poloidal magnetic field probes) to add information on the distribution of the plasma current density.

33 citations