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Blevin & Thonemann

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01 Executive_Summary

Researchers who, in 1962, pioneered the technique of generating azimuthal electron currents in a plasma column using Rotating Magnetic Fields (RMF). This technique is a critical enabling technology for modern FRCs, providing a method for steady-state current drive and active stabilization of the destructive n=2 rotational instability.

03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Overview

Researchers who, in 1962, pioneered the technique of generating azimuthal electron currents in a plasma column using Rotating Magnetic Fields (RMF). This technique is a critical enabling technology for modern FRCs, providing a method for steady-state current drive and active stabilization of the destructive n=2 rotational instability.

Entity Type: Individual — Blevin & Thonemann is profiled as a key figure in the research network.


Source Documents

Intelligence derived from 2 source documents:

  • IEPC-2009-265: Developed by researchers at MSNW and the University of Washington, this 2009 technical paper introduces the Electrodeless Lorentz Force (ELF) thruster for pulsed plasmoid propulsion. The system employ
  • Fusion Frontiers FRC, CFR, and Covert Programs Timeline: This document provides a comprehensive timeline of the development of Field-Reversed Configuration (FRC) and Compact Fusion Reactor (CFR) technologies from 1946 through 2025, involving entities such a

07 Key_Findings

  • Entity Type: Individual — Blevin & Thonemann is profiled as a key figure in the research network.
  • IEPC-2009-265: Developed by researchers at MSNW and the University of Washington, this 2009 technical paper introduces the Electrodeless Lorentz Force (ELF) thruster for pulsed plasmoid propulsion. The system employ
  • Fusion Frontiers FRC, CFR, and Covert Programs Timeline: This document provides a comprehensive timeline of the development of Field-Reversed Configuration (FRC) and Compact Fusion Reactor (CFR) technologies from 1946 through 2025, involving entities such a

10 FAQ

What is Blevin & Thonemann?
Researchers who, in 1962, pioneered the technique of generating azimuthal electron currents in a plasma column using Rotating Magnetic Fields (RMF). This technique is a critical enabling technology for modern FRCs, providing a method for steady-state current drive and active stabilization of the destructive n=2 rotational instability.
What source documents are available for Blevin & Thonemann?
2 source documents are available in the research archive, including primary source PDFs from defense research collections. These documents provide the evidentiary basis for the intelligence assessment.
What does the deep dive analysis reveal about Blevin & Thonemann?
The deep dive intelligence assessment provides a comprehensive analysis of Blevin & Thonemann, covering strategic role, network connections, and operational significance. The analysis is derived from 2 primary source documents and cross-referenced with the network graph.
ID: blevin-thonemann
Type: person
Region: intel-base
Last updated: 2026-08-09