Summer School in Microwaves in Beams and Plasmas at York Plasma Institute, 11 – 15 July 2022
Simulation of OXB mode conversion using the PIC code EPOCH
Simulation of OXB Mode Conversion Using the PIC Code EPOCH
Microwaves have important applications in tokamak physics, from diagnostics to heating and current drive. These applications are especially relevant for reactor scenarios since microwave antennas are robust in reactor conditions, and the power sources or diagnostics can often be positioned away from the vessel itself. However, training in microwave science for tokamak applications often only occupies the periphery of graduate plasma courses.
The 2022 summer school provided broad coverage of current topics in microwaves, beams, and plasmas, aimed at graduate students and experienced professionals from industry, academia, and national labs.
Details of the 2022 Summer School
Date: 11-15 July 2022
Location: York Plasma Institute, University of York
Schedule: at this link
Target Attendees: The summer school welcomed senior staff, graduate students, and participants from both within and outside the UK. Attendees were expected to have a solid understanding of Maxwell’s equations and the Lorentz force law (as typically covered in the second or third year of an undergraduate physics programme). Some knowledge of plasma physics and/or microwave engineering was also helpful.
Questions? For further information, please contact the school organiser:
Professor Roddy Vann (roddy.vann@york.ac.uk)
Summary of the 2022 Event
The Advanced Summer School 2022 successfully covered various aspects of microwave interactions with plasmas. Participants gained insights into theoretical and practical topics through lectures and hands-on sessions. This event aimed to bridge the gap in microwave training for tokamak applications.
Further announcements for upcoming summer schools and related events will be made in the coming months.