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Steerable Microwave Launcher

An aimed mirror that directs heating to a chosen location.

Glossary of Fusion & Plasma TermsUpdated 2026-08-11

A steerable launcher aims the microwave beam to deposit power exactly where needed — for heating, current drive or stabilising a specific mode. Its precision is what makes ECRH so useful for control.

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Content reviewed August 2026 · design-and-simulation stage