Implications for ITER CODAC from DIII-D experience

The DIII-D digital plasma control system (D3PCS) has been in use since 1993 controlling DIII-D plasmas. Control research and D3PCS development at DIII-D has revealed aspects of advanced tokamak control which can help inform the ITER design. The D3PCS has also been adapted for use at several fusion devices worldwide, which has allowed the DIII-D team to obtain a significant understanding of common requirements for plasma control on multiple fusion devices, along with substantial experience in the alternative computing, data acquisition, and networking technologies presently available.