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Development of KSTAR Thomson scattering system.

J H Lee¹, S T Oh, H M Wi

¹National Fusion Research Institute, Gwahangno 113, Daejeon 305-333, Korea. jhlee@nfri.re.kr

The Review of Scientific Instruments

|November 2, 2010

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A new Thomson scattering system was designed and installed on the Korean Superconducting Tokamak Advanced Research (KSTAR) device to measure electron temperature and density. This system enables crucial plasma diagnostics for fusion energy research.

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Area of Science:

Plasma physics
Fusion energy research
Tokamak diagnostics

Background:

Accurate measurement of plasma parameters is essential for fusion energy research.
The Korean Superconducting Tokamak Advanced Research (KSTAR) device requires advanced diagnostic tools.
Previous campaigns highlighted the need for improved electron temperature and density measurements.

Purpose of the Study:

To design and install a Thomson scattering system for KSTAR.
To measure electron temperature (T(e)) and electron density (n(e)) profiles.
To support the KSTAR third campaign in September 2010.

Main Methods:

Designed a tangential Thomson scattering system.
Utilized N-, L-, and B-ports for system integration.
Incorporated a cassette system for collection optics.

Main Results:

The final design of the KSTAR Thomson scattering system is detailed.
The system is configured for tangential measurements.
Specific port functionalities (N, L, B) are defined for optics, laser input, and beam dump.

Conclusions:

The developed Thomson scattering system is crucial for KSTAR's plasma diagnostics.
The system's design facilitates accurate measurement of electron temperature and density.
This diagnostic capability enhances KSTAR's research potential in fusion energy.