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New Insights in Fusion Diagnostics!
Our latest study, "Morphological modification of Rh-C coatings upon low-energy Ar+ ion sputtering," explores a critical challenge in fusion technology: maintaining the optical performance of diagnostic first mirrors (FMs) under ITER-like plasma conditions.
We examined how varying carbon content in Rhodium-Carbon coatings impacts surface morphology after cyclic plasma cleaning. The findings reveal fascinating behaviors, from coating delamination to pitting phenomena, highlighting the role of carbon concentration in determining mirror resilience.
These results bring us a step closer to optimizing materials for the extreme conditions of fusion reactors, paving the way for more robust diagnostic systems.
Curious about the science behind these transformations and their implications for fusion research? Dive into the details here.