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Snowflake Divertor

Divertor detachment forming at the target — edge model.
Divertor detachment forming at the target — edge model. canon 2026-08-27 · © 2026 KFE

An advanced divertor geometry that spreads heat over more surface.

Glossary of Fusion & Plasma TermsUpdated 2026-08-11

The snowflake divertor uses a second-order magnetic null to flare the field lines, spreading exhaust heat over a larger target area. It is one of several advanced divertor concepts for handling extreme heat flux.

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