Survey of Electrostatic Probe Theories.
Abstract
The dominant theories in existence for continuum electrostatic flush probes are reviewed and evaluated. Comparisons of theories with experiments are presented. Conditions for validity of the theories are presented, and applicable altitude ranges for reentry vehicle plasma flow field diagnostics are given. Spherical and cylindrical Langmuir (collisonless) probe theory and spherical continuum probe theories are surveyed. Current state-of-the-art industry efforts in electrostatic probe theory are described. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 20, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0717725
Entities
People
- J. B. Fedele
Organizations
- The Aerospace Corporation