Distributed control and monitor system used in laser fusion research. Revision 2.

摘要

Laser Fusion research experiments require very low pressure environments to properly diagnose the plasma physics phenomena occurring during laser fusion reactions. Target chambers with very large and complex pumping systems are required to achieve and maintain these extremely low pressures. This paper describes a recently installed distributed control and monitoring system that automates the operation of these pumping systems. Through automation, this system is providing an enhanced shot rate by reducing the manpower required to ready the system for a target shot while increasing the overall safety of the system. 6 figs.