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Taban Tokamak

Supports Iranian academic research into microwave pre-ionization and compact tokamak discharge dynamics.

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01 Definition

A small academic tokamak located at Amirkabir University of Technology utilized for plasma discharge, heating, and RF studies.

02 Detailed_Analysis

The Taban Tokamak is a small circular-cross-section experimental fusion device operated by the Department of Energy Engineering and Physics at Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT) in Tehran. With a major radius of 0.45 m, minor radius of 0.15 m, and a design toroidal field of 0.7–0.8 T for ~30 kA plasma currents, it utilizes electron cyclotron resonance heating (ECRH) pre-ionization techniques to study low-aspect-ratio plasma formation and stability.

03 Key_Facts

  • Operated by Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT) in Tehran
  • Dimensions: Major radius 0.45 m, minor radius 0.15 m, field ~0.7–0.8 T
  • Designed for plasma currents up to approximately 30 kA
  • Features ECRH-assisted pre-ionization systems for discharge breakdown

04 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Intelligence Summary: Taban Tokamak

Node Identity: Taban Tokamak is a entity categorized under "Tokamak" in the iran intelligence graph. Small tokamak at Amirkabir University with circular cross-section. Major radius 0.45 m, minor radius 0.15 m, toroidal field up to 0.7-0.8 T.

Research Evidence: The following findings from 1 research document reference this entity:

  1. (4) The Taban Tokamak at Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT) is a circular cross-section small tokamak with major radius 0.45 m, minor radius 0.15 m, toroidal field up to 0.7-0.8 T, designed for 30 kA plasma current, with ECRH pre-ionization via 2.45 GHz/700 W microwave source.
  2. Key faculty include: Professor Reza Amrollahi (Nuclear Fusion, lead on Alborz and Taban tokamak projects), Associate Professor Morteza Habibi (Plasma Focus, Fusion Energy, Plasma Science and Technology, TOKAMAK), and Davoud Iraji (Plasma Physics and Technologies).
  3. The Taban tokamak has been constructed and undergone initial startup testing with ECRH pre-ionization.

Strategic Relevance: Taban Tokamak is a tracked entity within the iran network. With 3 documented connections to other entities, this node plays a supporting role in the network topology.

Network Linkage: This entity maintains 3 documented connections in the intelligence network: Taban Tokamak delegation visit ITER; Taban Tokamak leads Reza Amrollahi; Amirkabir University operates Taban Tokamak.

Source Documents: Evidence compiled from: FINDINGS_FROM_research-prompts-round74.md.

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09 FAQ

What is Taban Tokamak?
A small academic tokamak located at Amirkabir University of Technology utilized for plasma discharge, heating, and RF studies.
Why does Taban Tokamak matter?
Supports Iranian academic research into microwave pre-ionization and compact tokamak discharge dynamics.
How does Taban Tokamak relate to other concepts?
Taban Tokamak is closely related to Alborz Tokamak, IR-T1 Tokamak. These relationships are documented in the research glossary and cross-referenced with primary source documents.
Is there a detailed dossier for Taban Tokamak?
Yes, Taban Tokamak has a comprehensive intelligence dossier with deep dive analysis, source documents, and network connections. View the full dossier for complete intelligence assessment.

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