First Results of Magnetized Plasma Flow Injection on the TPE-RX Reversed-Field Pinch

Abstract

Magnetic helicity and plasma flow injection experiments using a magnetized coaxial plasma gun on a reversed-field pinch were performed for the first time. In the initial experiments, increases in the electron density and toroidal flux were observed. The dependence of flux change on the polarity of the injected helicity indicates the possibility of the magnetic helicity injection and the poloidal current drive.