Modular Theta-pinch Experiment (MTX) overview and update

ORAL

Abstract

The Modular Theta-pinch Experiment (MTX) at Los Alamos National Laboratory consists of multiple theta-pinch and transverse magnetic coils, each driven by several independently-triggerable capacitor/switch modules. This design enables straightforward expansion and reconfiguration to drive a wide range of experiments. Initial work on MTX has explored the physics of high-density ionization and Field-Reversed Configuration (FRC) formation techniques. An overview of the experiment, discussion of recent results, and plans for scaling to future machine configurations will be presented.

*This work is supported by the U.S. Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration. Approved for public release, LA-UR-24-26419.

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Presenters

  • Thomas E Weber

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory

Authors

  • Thomas E Weber

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory

  • Ian A Bean

    • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

  • John C Boguski

    • Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  • Evan S Dodd

    • Los Alamos National Laboratory