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Trapped Flux

Glossary term: Trapped Flux

CONCEPT Fusion Physics

01 Executive_Summary

Magnetic flux confined within a plasma configuration (e.g., an FRC) that persists due to high conductivity. The lifetime of trapped flux determines how long the plasma can be confined before compression.

02 Definition

Magnetic flux confined within a plasma configuration (e.g., an FRC) that persists due to high conductivity. The lifetime of trapped flux determines how long the plasma can be confined before compression.

Related terms: FRC FRCHX

03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Overview

Magnetic flux confined within a plasma configuration (e.g., an FRC) that persists due to high conductivity. The lifetime of trapped flux determines how long the plasma can be confined before compression.

Role: Glossary term: Trapped Flux

Entity Type: Concept — Trapped Flux is a technical concept or theoretical framework.

Technical Definition

Magnetic flux confined within a plasma configuration (e.g., an FRC) that persists due to high conductivity. The lifetime of trapped flux determines how long the plasma can be confined before compression.

Related Concepts: FRC, FRCHX

07 Key_Findings

  • ▸ Role: Glossary term: Trapped Flux
  • ▸ Entity Type: Concept — Trapped Flux is a technical concept or theoretical framework.

09 Timeline_Mentions (2)

2013

Wurden Reports FRC Lifetime Breakthrough

Dr. Glen Wurden reports FRC trapped flux lifetimes of 14-16 microseconds at the FRCHX facility.

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2015

MSX Plasma Gun Results Published

Toru E. Weber publishes results from the Magnetized Shock Experiment (MSX) detailing a 350% increase in trapped flux using plasma gun-assisted formation.

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10 FAQ

What is Trapped Flux? ▾
Magnetic flux confined within a plasma configuration (e.g., an FRC) that persists due to high conductivity. The lifetime of trapped flux determines how long the plasma can be confined before compression.
When did Trapped Flux appear in the research timeline? ▾
Trapped Flux is referenced in 2 timeline events, including "Wurden Reports FRC Lifetime Breakthrough" (2013). The full timeline provides chronological context for all documented activities.
What does the deep dive analysis reveal about Trapped Flux? ▾
The deep dive intelligence assessment provides a comprehensive analysis of Trapped Flux, covering strategic role, network connections, and operational significance. The analysis is derived from 0 primary source documents and cross-referenced with the network graph.

External_References 5 REFS

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/pdfs/6.5_T.Matsumoto_CT2016.pdf#page=1 ref
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/pdfs/6.5_T.Matsumoto_CT2016.pdf#page=5 ref

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Last updated: 2026-08-09