Sample interview questions: Describe your knowledge of plasma equilibrium reconstruction algorithms.
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Equilibrium Reconstruction Algorithms
- Equilibrium Reconstruction and Analysis Code (ERAC): A widely used code that solves the Grad-Shafranov equation, providing equilibrium profiles and stability analysis.
- Virtual Diagnostic Toolkit (VDT): A comprehensive suite of tools for equilibrium reconstruction, including Gauss-Hermite decomposition, magnetic probe inversion, and flux surface reconstruction.
- Multi-pulse Equilibrium Code (MPEC): Designed for reconstructing equilibria from multiple time slices, suitable for experiments involving disruptions and transient phenomena.
- VARES (Variational Equilibrium Reconstruction): Utilizes a variational principle to reconstruct equilibria, providing accurate solutions for complex magnetic configurations.
- TOQ (Transport of Quality): A transport simulation code with an equilibrium reconstruction module, allowing for integrated modelin… Read full answer