glossary:frx-l
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FRX-L

Glossary term: FRX-L

CONCEPT Programs

01 Executive_Summary

A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX.

02 Definition

A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX.

Related terms: FRC MTF FRCHX LANL

03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Overview

A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX.

Role: Glossary term: FRX-L

Entity Type: Concept — FRX-L is a technical concept or theoretical framework.

Technical Definition

A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX.

Related Concepts: FRC, MTF, FRCHX, LANL

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07 Key_Findings

  • ▸ Entity Type: Concept — FRX-L is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
  • ▸ Related Concepts: FRC, MTF, FRCHX, LANL

09 Timeline_Mentions (10)

1981

FRX-C experiment begins operation at LANL

FRX-C demonstrates R² confinement scaling — foundational FRC physics. Beta highest of any fusion confinement.

fusion-research
1990s

LANL FRC and MTF Research Lineage

Los Alamos National Laboratory conducts foundational research into Field-Reversed Configuration and Magnetized Target Fusion, including the FRX-L experiment.

fusion-physics
2000

FRX-L experiment begins at LANL

FRX-L theta-pinch FRC experiment for magnetized target fusion.

fusion-research
2001

FRX-L Plasma Injector Program

The Field Reversed Experiment-Liner (FRX-L) at LANL establishes baseline techniques for creating stable, translatable high-density FRC targets.

defense-programs
2001

FRX-L Active at LANL

The Field Reversed Experiment-Liner (FRX-L) begins operations as a high-density plasma injector for the MTF program.

fusion-physics
2001

FRX-L Operations and MTF Program Start

The Field Reversed Experiment-Liner (FRX-L) begins at LANL, marking the formal start of the experimental Magnetized Target Fusion program.

fusion-physics
2001

FRX-L Operations at LANL

The Field Reversed Experiment-Liner (FRX-L) serves as the foundational plasma injector for the joint LANL-AFRL MTF program.

fusion-physics
2001

FRX-L Plasma Injector Operational

The Field Reversed Experiment-Liner (FRX-L) is active at LANL, designed to produce high-density FRCs suitable for compression experiments.

fusion-physics
2001

FRX-L Operations at LANL

The Field Reversed Experiment-Liner (FRX-L) serves as the foundational plasma injector for the Magnetized Target Fusion program.

fusion-physics
2001

FRX-L Plasma Injector Development

The Field Reversed Experiment-Liner (FRX-L) serves as the foundational plasma injector for the LANL Magnetized Target Fusion program.

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10 FAQ

What is FRX-L? ▾
A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX.
What role does FRX-L play in the research network? ▾
FRX-L is classified under the "Programs" category, serving as Glossary term: FRX-L. A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX.
What evidence supports the FRX-L assessment? ▾
The intelligence assessment for FRX-L is supported by 3 primary sources. Key sources include "OVERVIEW OF HIGH-DENSITY FRC RESEARCH ON FRX-L AT LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY - OSTI.GOV", "Progress on the FRX-L FRC plasma injector at LANL for magnetized target fusion - OSTI.GOV", and "Magnetized Target Fusion - LANL Fusion Energy". These documents provide the evidentiary basis for the analysis.
What is the technical definition of FRX-L? ▾
A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX. Related Concepts: FRC, MTF, FRCHX, LANL
What is the physics behind FRX-L? ▾
A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX. Role: Glossary term: FRX-L Entity Type: Concept — FRX-L is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
What external sources document FRX-L? ▾
FRX-L is documented by 3 external sources, including 1 Technical Report (OSTI), 1 Conference Paper (OSTI), and 1 Laboratory Program Page (.gov). Notable references include "OVERVIEW OF HIGH-DENSITY FRC RESEARCH ON FRX-L AT LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY - OSTI.GOV", "Progress on the FRX-L FRC plasma injector at LANL for magnetized target fusion - OSTI.GOV", and "Magnetized Target Fusion - LANL Fusion Energy".
How was information about FRX-L collected? ▾
Information about FRX-L was collected through open-source intelligence (OSINT) methods, analyzing 3 declassified documents and cross-referencing findings across the research network.
What is the current status of FRX-L? ▾
A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX.
How does FRX-L relate to compact fusion research? ▾
Overview A LANL FRC theta-pinch experiment (2000s) designed to produce and translate FRC plasmas for Magnetized Target Fusion. Successor to FRX-A/B/C, predecessor to FRCHX. Role: Glossary term: FRX-L Entity Type: Concept — FRX-L is a technical concept or theoretical framework. Technical...
What documents should I read to learn more about FRX-L? ▾
To learn more about FRX-L, review the 3 primary sources, and related research finding linked in the source documents section of this dossier.

External_References 5 REFS

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Verified_Primary_Sources 3 SOURCES

primary osti.gov Technical Report (OSTI)
OVERVIEW OF HIGH-DENSITY FRC RESEARCH ON FRX-L AT LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY - OSTI.GOV
Verifies: FRX-L (Field Reversed configuration eXperiment - Liner) is a target plasma injector for MTF at LANL; Authors include Taccetti, Wurden, Tuszewski, Siemon and others; FRC selected as target plasma for closed-field-line topology, translatable and compressible; Includes formation and translation of FRC into mock target chamber
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primary osti.gov Conference Paper (OSTI)
Progress on the FRX-L FRC plasma injector at LANL for magnetized target fusion - OSTI.GOV
Verifies: FRX-L became operational at Los Alamos National Laboratory; Goal: produce FRC target plasmas for MTF implosion experiments at AFRL Shiva Star; Expected plasma parameters: ne~10^17 cm^-3, T~100-300 eV, 4-5 Tesla fields; System includes 0.5 T bias field, 70 kV pre-ionization, 1.5 MA main theta coil bank
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primary lanl.gov Laboratory Program Page (.gov)
Magnetized Target Fusion - LANL Fusion Energy
Verifies: FRX-L is the new plasma injector experiment for MTF at LANL, operational since 2001; MTF involves compressing magnetized target plasma with fast-moving metal wall; FRC plasma target to be imploded on Shiva-Star pulsed power facility at AFRL; Successor to FRX-A/B/C experiments, predecessor to FRCHX
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