Structural lifetime assessment for the DEMO divertor targets: Design-by-analysis approach and outstanding issues
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DOI: 10.1016/j.fusengdes.2020.112203
Abstract: Abstract Divertor targets of a nuclear fusion reactor are exposed to harsh loading environments comprising high heat flux, varying stresses and neutron irradiation. For a robust design, the structural integrity must be assured against complex… read more here.
Keywords: analysis approach; design analysis; analysis; divertor targets ... See more keywords
Using 3D-printed tungsten to optimize liquid metal divertor targets for flow and thermal stresses
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DOI: 10.1088/1741-4326/ab0a76
Abstract: Liquid metal divertors aim to provide a more robust alternative to conventional tungsten divertors. However, they still require a solid substrate to confine the liquid metal. This work proposes a novel design philosophy for liquid… read more here.
Keywords: thermal stresses; liquid metal; metal; metal divertor ... See more keywords