The Theory of Variances in Equilibrium Reconstruction
Authors: Leonid E. Zakharov, Jerome Lewandowski, Elizabeth L. Foley, Fred M. Levinton, Howard Y. Yuh, Vladimir Drozdov, and Darren McDonald
Abstract:
The theory of variances of equilibrium reconstruction is presented. It complements existing practices
with information regarding what kind of plasma profiles can be reconstructed, how accurately, and
what remains beyond the abilities of diagnostic systems. The σ-curves, introduced by the present theory,
give a quantitative assessment of quality of effectiveness of diagnostic systems in constraining equilibrium
reconstructions. The theory also suggests a method for aligning the accuracy of measurements of different
physical nature.
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Submitted to: Physics of Plasmas
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