Re-design of ITER Glow Discharge Cleaning system based on a fixed electrode concept.

A new design of ITER Glow Discharge Cleaning (GDC) system based on a fixed electrode concept replaces the previous design which was based on a movable electrode integrated with the ITER In-Vessel-Viewing-System. Recently the conceptual design of the GDC system was reviewed successfully on the functions, safety, operation and maintenance. The design proposed was checked against the requirements and found to be feasible. This paper gives an overall description of the requirements from physics and operation viewpoints and introduces the design at the conceptual level. Main R&D activities are listed and summarized. Further detailed studies are to be performed in the following design stage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]