The start-up and observation of the Li target in the EVEDA Li test loop

Abstract

Engineering Validation and Engineering Design Activities (EVEDA) for the International Fusion Materials Irradiation Facility (IFMIF) have been carried out under the “Broader Approach” (BA) agreement. As a major activity for the Li target facility, the EVEDA Li test loop (ELTL) was constructed at the Japan Atomic Energy Agency's Oarai site to validate the hydraulic conditions of the IFMIF Li target. This paper presents the first operational results of the Li target in the ELTL. A series of tests were performed to check the operational performance of the Li target. The conclusions are as follows: (1) the start-up procedure of the Li target was examined and consequently achieved the Li target and (2) the Li target whose velocity was 20m/s under pressurized and vacuum conditions was observed by image devices and confirmed to be stable.