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  • Plasma Physics
  • Magnetized Plasmas
  • User Facilities

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  • The Large Plasma Device (LAPD) was initially described in 1991.
  • Upgraded in 2001, the LAPD is a national user facility for plasma physics.
  • Previous publications do not reflect the LAPD's current advanced state.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the properties of the upgraded Large Plasma Device (LAPD).
  • To update the scientific community on the LAPD's current capabilities and diagnostics.
  • To provide a comprehensive resource for researchers utilizing the LAPD.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed description of the updated LAPD's construction strategy.
  • Cataloging of available diagnostic tools and instrumentation.
  • Presentation of achievable experimental parameters.
  • Illustrative examples of experiments conducted on the upgraded LAPD.

Main Results:

  • The LAPD's significant enhancements since its 2001 upgrade are detailed.
  • A comprehensive overview of the advanced diagnostics now available.
  • The range of experimental parameters achievable with the updated device is clarified.
  • Demonstration of the LAPD's utility through experimental case studies.

Conclusions:

  • The updated LAPD offers significantly expanded research capabilities in plasma physics.
  • This work serves as the appropriate reference for the modern LAPD.
  • Researchers are encouraged to utilize the enhanced facility for their investigations.