Gyrotron Physics Basics
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What is the condition for a resonance interaction between an electromagnetic wave and an electron in a cavity?

  • The frequency of the electromagnetic wave (ω) must be equal to the cyclotron frequency of the electron (Ω_c) (correct)
  • The electron's kinetic energy must be equal to the photon energy of the electromagnetic wave
  • The perpendicular component of the wave vector ($k_\perp$) must be equal to the parallel component of the wave vector ($k_\parallel$)
  • The wave vector ($k$) must be equal to the electron's velocity (v)

    • What does the term “$k_\parallel ≃ 0$” indicate in the context of a gyrotron?

  • The electromagnetic wave is traveling predominantly in the perpendicular direction to the magnetic field (correct)
  • The electromagnetic wave is traveling predominantly in the parallel direction to the magnetic field
  • The electron is moving at a constant velocity
  • The electron is not interacting with the electromagnetic wave

    • What is the primary mechanism for energy transfer between electrons and electromagnetic waves in a cavity?

  • The Doppler effect
  • Collisions between electrons and photons
  • The interaction of the electron's transverse velocity with the perpendicular electric field component of the wave (correct)
  • The interaction of the electron's parallel velocity with the parallel electric field component of the wave

    • What is the significance of the longitudinal profile (q=1) of a TEm,p,q electromagnetic wave in a cavity?

    <p>It corresponds to a high power mode (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the magnetic field in the energy exchange between an electron and an electromagnetic wave in a cavity?

    <p>The magnetic field influences the electron's velocity and determines the cyclotron frequency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the bunching mechanism contribute to the energy exchange between electrons and electromagnetic waves in a cavity?

    <p>It ensures that electrons are always in phase with the electromagnetic wave, maximizing the energy transfer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the role of the cavity's radius (R) in determining the frequency of the electromagnetic wave?

    <p>The radius does not affect the frequency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the equation, 'ωEM ≃ sΩc/γ', what does 'γ' represent?

    <p>The electron's relativistic factor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a gyrotron?

    <p>To produce coherent electromagnetic radiation by stimulated emission (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following frequency ranges is associated with high-power gyrotrons used for ECRH and ECCD?

    <p>80-170 GHz (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic power output of low-power gyrotrons used in DNP-NMR spectroscopy?

    <p>100 W (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about gyrotron technology is correct?

    <p>They can function efficiently at frequencies up to 260 GHz. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of gyrotron operation is emphasized by the term 'stimulated emission'?

    <p>Coherence of the emitted radiation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What affects the guiding center radius of an electron beam in a magnetic field?

    <p>The ratio of the cavity magnetic field to the cathode magnetic field (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which equation represents the relationship between angular frequency and the dispersion relation of an electron beam?

    <p>ωb = Ωc/γ + k∥v∥ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the Larmor radius and the guiding center radius of an electron beam?

    <p>The Larmor radius is much smaller than the guiding center radius (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the electromagnetic wave modes supported by a cylindrical cavity?

    <p>They include TE-modes for a finite length cavity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does inverting the direction of the magnetic field affect electron motion?

    <p>It inverts the cyclotron motion of the electron beam (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to electrons that gain energy in the relativistic cyclotron frequency context?

    <p>They will rotate slower (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the gyrotron interaction is significantly dependent on energy spread?

    <p>Energy spread (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a monomode system, what is the fundamental TE10 mode often used in?

    <p>Rectangular waveguides (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the numerical challenges faced by high power gyrotrons?

    <p>Mode competition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the efficiency of gyrotron interactions generally considered to be?

    <p>High with weak dependence on velocity spread (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs in a system with negative mass instability?

    <p>Particles always gain energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the experimental challenges associated with high power gyrotrons?

    <p>Precision magnetic field alignment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of model is needed to address the challenges faced by strongly overmoded gyrotrons?

    <p>Reduced models (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Gyrotron Physics Basics

    • Gyrotrons are used to generate high-power microwaves.
    • They accelerate electrons in a magnetic field to generate coherent radiation.

    Course Overview

    • The course introduces fundamental ideas in gyrotron physics and technology.
    • It covers wave propagation from the gyrotron to the plasma.
    • The notes are assembled from various sources, including handwritten notes, presentations, and figures from books/websites.
    • A "bullet-style" format is used for discussions and topics that need more in-depth exploration.
    • Feedback on the course is welcomed.

    THz Gap

    • High-power gyrotrons (ECRH, ECCD):
      • Frequency range: ~80-170 GHz
      • Power: ~1 MW (DEMO: 200 GHz, 2 MW)
    • Low-power gyrotrons (DNP-NMR spectroscopy):
      • Frequency range: ~260 GHz
      • Power: ~100 W

    The Gyrotron

    • High Power Densities: Cavity wall loading is less than 2kW/cm².
    • Gyrotron Vacuum: Less than 10⁻⁹ mbar.
    • Annular e-beam Power Density: ~10 MW/cm².
    • RF Power: The equation for the power density in terms of RF and velocity is given

    Key Elements of the Interaction

    • Coherent Electromagnetic Radiation: Stimulated emission from relativistic electrons produces coherent electromagnetic radiation.
    • Magnetized Electron Beam: The electron beam is magnetized.
    • High Kinetic Energy: Electrons have high kinetic energy related to their speed ( y = 1 + (eV/moc²) )
    • Electron Trajectory: Guiding center radius (Rg) and Larmor radius(rL) are given.
    • Electron Beam Dispersion Relation: Equation given for dispersion relation relating angular frequency to the wave vector.
    • Electromagnetic Wave in Cavity: The cavity supports TE-modes in a cylindrical cavity.
    • Dispersion Relation: The dispersion relation links angular frequency to the wave vector for a particular mode (m,p,q).
    • Longitudinal Profiles (High-power): High power conditions often lead to q = 1.

    Wave Particle Interaction

    • Resonance Interaction: Occurs when the dispersion relations of the electron and the electromagnetic wave align.
    • Gyrotron: Gyrotron k ≈ 0, the frequency equation is given
    • TCV Dual-frequency: High power Gyrotron has dual frequencies.

    Wave Particle Interaction (Cont'd)

    • Equation of Motion: Equation of motion for an electron is provided in an EM field
    • Energy Exchange: The perpendicular component of kinetic energy exchange happens with the wave.

    Bunching Mechanism

    • Relative Phase: Bunching depends on the relative phase between the electron gyromotion and the electromagnetic field.
    • Energy Gain/Loss: Electrons gain or lose energy depending on the relative phase leading to negative mass instability.

    Properties of the Interaction

    • Dependence on Energy Spread: Gyrotron interaction is independent of velocity spread δv but dependent on energy spread dy
    • Perpendicular Energy Conversion: Only the perpendicular kinetic energy of the electrons is converted to the EM wave energy.

    Monomode System: TE10-Rectangular

    • Example of Fundamental WR 6.5 waveguide: The fundamental waveguide mode is given for a rectangular waveguide, WR6.5
    • Monomode System Advantage: EM codes (like Ansys, Comsol) are very efficient in monomode systems

    High Power Gyrotrons

    • The structures are very often ‘overmoded’ in high-power gyrotrons.
    • This introduces numerical challenges, and reduced models need to be developed to deal with this.

    Conclusion

    • Gyrotron interaction is efficient and insensitive to velocity spreads.
    • High-power gyrotrons employ overmoded cavities.
    • Difficulties concerning reduced models, mode competition, field alignment, and range of operating parameters, are considered.

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