The report presents the results of development of the 170 GHz/1 MW gyrotron
s in Russia. The main problems of powerful gyrotrons at present (formation
of a high quality helical electron beam, selection of a high efficiency cav
ity mode, decreasing of inner converter losses, reliable collector and outp
ut window) are discussed. The design versions of the main parts of gyrotron
s including the short-pulse prototype, first and second versions of industr
ial models and test set-up are presented. Advanced 170 GHz ITER gyrotrons w
ere also investigated including a single-stage depressed collector versions
(CPD) as well as an improved window (CVD diamond window from FZK). The pos
sibility to make high efficient 170 GHz/1 MW gyrotron for ITER is proved by
calculations and experiments. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights re
served.