From VKS1 (1999 - 2003) to VKS2 (2005 - É)
VKS1
VKS2
Geometry
optimization :
- TM73 impellers
- Na layer at rest
- midplane
annulus
- high mag.
permeability disks
(a-f)
(a-f ; g-i)
TM73
150 kW
150 kW
Energetic optimization
:
- Driving power x2
No Dynamo
Induction Mechanisms
Omega effect (Diff.
rot.)
Ç alpha È effect (helicity)
B.C. effects
Large scale fluctuations
Na at rest