RESEARCH IN FUNDAMENTAL PROCESSES OF ELECTRON EMISSION.
Abstract
A target surface consisting of a metal base with a layer of either xenon or carbon dioxide frozen onto it was examined for its efficiency as a secondary electron emitter. The surface did not give spontaneous emission as in the Malter effect. The surface did, however, appear to acquire a strong positive surface charge, indicating that secondary electron emission exceeded the incident primary electron current. Further experiments with different surfaces are planned. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 30, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0601384
Entities
People
- Robert N. Varney
Organizations
- Washington University in St. Louis