3 papers
physics.plasm-ph2026
Energization of Proton via Beam-Driven Ion Bernstein Waves in p11B Plasmas
Yangchun Liu, Hairong Huang, Dong Wu +6
Energizing background ions plays a pivotal role in all forms of thermal nuclear fusion, as it can increase the fusion reaction rate without affecting the overall mechanical equilib…
physics.plasm-ph2025
Achievement of 1 MA Discharges in Hydrogen-Boron Plasmas on EXL-50U
Yuejiang Shi
One mega ampere (MA) plasma discharges were achieved on the EXL-50U spherical torus (ST) in hydrogen-boron (p-B) plasmas with toroidal fields up to 1 T at major radii up to 0.6m. A…
physics.plasm-ph2025
Overview of EXL-50 Research Progress and Future Plan
Yuejiang Shi, Yumin Wang, Bing Liu +37
XuanLong-50 (EXL-50) is the first medium-size spherical torus (ST) in China, with the toroidal field at major radius at 50 cm around 0.5T. CS-free and non-inductive current drive v…