Summary of Power Handling Systems Development at Zap Energy
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Abstract
Zap Energy Inc. studies the evolution of z-pinch plasma discharges stabilized via sheared flow. The Z-pinch configuration offers the promise of a compact fusion device owing to its simple geometry, unity beta, and absence of external magnetic field coils. In addition to a robust experimental program pushing plasma performance towards breakeven conditions [1], Zap Energy has parallel programs developing power handling systems suitable for future power plants. Technologies under development include high-average-power repetitive pulsed power, high-duty-cycle cathodes, and liquid metal wall systems.
[1] U. Shumlak, J. Appl. Phys. 127, 200901 (2020)
[1] U. Shumlak, J. Appl. Phys. 127, 200901 (2020)
Presenters
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Matthew C Thompson
Zap Energy Inc.
Authors
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Matthew C Thompson
Zap Energy Inc.
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Benjamin J Levitt
Zap Energy, Inc., Zap Energy Inc.
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Brian A Nelson
Zap Energy Inc.
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Uri Shumlak
University of Washington, Univ of Washington, Zap Energy Inc., Zap Energy Inc. and University of Washington