Title :
Engineering the largest isotope separation magnet
Author :
Walker, David L. ; Danninger, G.A. ; Johnson, T.E.
Author_Institution :
Gen. Dynamics Space Syst. Div., San Diego, CA, USA
fDate :
3/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The primary requirement of this Production Magnet System (PMS II) is to provide a uniform magnetic field of 6 T+or-1.8 mT (+or-0.03%) over a 0.75-m diameter by 5.0-m long region. The magnet design proposed is 10.1 m long, has a 1.3-meter bore, and weighs 195 tons. The mechanical, thermal, and manufacturing design aspects of the system are reported. Magnet features discussed include the helium vessel/bobbing conductor splices, vapor-cooled conductor leads, helium overpressure protection devices, and stresses incurred during warm-up or cool-down.
Keywords :
isotope separation; magnetic separation; superconducting magnets; He overpressure protection devices; conductor splices; design; isotope separation magnet; stresses; vapour cooled conductor leads; Boring; Conductors; Helium; Isotopes; Magnetic devices; Magnetic fields; Magnetic separation; Manufacturing; Production systems; Protection;
Journal_Title :
Magnetics, IEEE Transactions on