Research in the Measurements and Theory of Plasmoids and their Applications to Missiles and Satellite Technology
Abstract
The purpose of the present project is to perform additional experimental and theoretical investigations to obtain better information on the nature of plasmoids and their characteristics. In particular, it is intended to investigate theoretically the stability of cylindrical plasma configurations under ideal conditions, to determine experimentally the behavior of high energy plasmoids at various pressures, and to investigate what practical use might be made of plasmoids with respect to high-altitude vehicles. This report outlines the progress and planning of this project as of the end of the first quarter of the contract period on August 31, 1958.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 11, 1958
- Accession Number
- AD0203743
Entities
People
- Val W. Pratt
Organizations
- IIT Research Institute