TFTR data management system

Developments in the tokamak fusion test reactor (TFTR) data‐management system supporting data acquisition and off‐line physics data reduction are described. Data from monitor points, timing channels, transient recorder channels, and other devices are acquired and stored for use by on‐line tasks. Files are transferred off line automatically. A configuration utility determines data acquired and files transferred. An event system driven by file arrival activates off‐line reduction processes. A post‐run process transfers files not shipped during runs. Files are archived to tape and are retrievable by digraph and shot number. Automatic skimming based on most recent access, file type, shot numbers, and user‐set protections maintains the files required for post‐run data reduction.