glossary:ga-wurden
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G.A. Wurden
Glossary term: G.A. Wurden
CONCEPT Key Figures
01 Executive_Summary
A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research.
02 Definition
A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research.
03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence
Overview
A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research.
Role: Glossary term: G.A. Wurden
Entity Type: Concept — G.A. Wurden is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
Technical Definition
A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research.
05b Related_Topics (2)
07 Key_Findings
- ▸ Role: Glossary term: G.A. Wurden
- ▸ Entity Type: Concept — G.A. Wurden is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
- ▸ Related Concepts: FRCHX, MTF, LANL
09 Timeline_Mentions (2)
2013
FRCHX Lifetime Extension Breakthrough
G.A. Wurden et al. report extending FRC lifetimes to 14-16 μs by lengthening the magnetic trap, nearing the 20 μs goal.
fusion-physics 2015
Fusion Rocket for Planetary Defense Proposed
G.A. Wurden and colleagues argue for the development of compact fusion rocket engines to enable rapid response comet deflection.
fusion-physics10 FAQ
What is G.A. Wurden? ▾
A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research.
What role does G.A. Wurden play in the research network? ▾
G.A. Wurden is classified under the "Key Figures" category, serving as Glossary term: G.A. Wurden. A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research.
What evidence supports the G.A. Wurden assessment? ▾
The intelligence assessment for G.A. Wurden is supported by 3 primary sources. Key sources include "Magneto-inertial fusion FRCHX Experiments at AFRL", "Magnetized Target Fusion - LANL Physics Division", and "Progress on the FRX-L FRC Plasma Injector at LANL for Magnetized Target Fusion". These documents provide the evidentiary basis for the analysis.
What is the technical definition of G.A. Wurden? ▾
A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research. Related Concepts: FRCHX, MTF, LANL
What is the physics behind G.A. Wurden? ▾
A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research. Role: Glossary term: G.A. Wurden Entity Type: Concept — G.A. Wurden is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
What external sources document G.A. Wurden? ▾
G.A. Wurden is documented by 3 external sources, including 1 conference paper, 1 government website, and 1 technical report. Notable references include "Magneto-inertial fusion FRCHX Experiments at AFRL", "Magnetized Target Fusion - LANL Physics Division", and "Progress on the FRX-L FRC Plasma Injector at LANL for Magnetized Target Fusion".
How was information about G.A. Wurden collected? ▾
Information about G.A. Wurden 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 G.A. Wurden? ▾
A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research.
How does G.A. Wurden relate to compact fusion research? ▾
Overview A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research. Role: Glossary term: G.A. Wurden Entity Type: Concept — G.A. Wurden is a technical concept or theoretical framework. Technical Definition A LANL researcher on the FRCHX experiment and FRC/MTF research. Related Concepts:...
What documents should I read to learn more about G.A. Wurden? ▾
To learn more about G.A. Wurden, 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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Glossary_Sources
Verified_Primary_Sources 3 SOURCES
primary osti.gov conference paper
Magneto-inertial fusion FRCHX Experiments at AFRL
Verifies: Glen A. Wurden from LANL as lead author; FRCHX magnetized target fusion experiments at AFRL Shiva Star; LA-UR-12-23988, CT2012 Conference
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primary fusionenergy.lanl.gov government website
Magnetized Target Fusion - LANL Physics Division
Verifies: G.A. Wurden and T.P. Intrator leading LANL MTF program; FRX-L field reversed experiment for MTF target plasma; Compression at AFRL Shiva-Star pulsed power facility
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primary osti.gov technical report
Progress on the FRX-L FRC Plasma Injector at LANL for Magnetized Target Fusion
Verifies: G.A. Wurden as lead author from LANL; FRX-L FRC plasma injector operational at LANL; Collaboration with AFRL including Grabowski and Degnan
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ID: glossary:ga-wurden
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Type: concept
Region: glossary
Last updated: Research database snapshot