Basic Studies of Gases for Fast Switches.

Abstract

Desirable electron attachment and electron drift characteristics of gases for possible use in diffuse discharge switches are indicated. Gas mixtures for possible use in externally sustained (e-beam) diffuse discharge switches are suggested on the basis of electron attachment rate constants and electron drift velocities measured as a function of the density-normalized electric field E/N. Of particular promise are mixtures of Ar and C3F8. Originator-supplied key words include: Diffuse discharge switches, Electron drift velocity, Attachment rate constants, High voltage breakdown, Gas mixtures, Electron transport, Perfluorocarbons.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1985
Accession Number
ADA149828

Entities

People

  • L. G. Christophorou
  • Susan R. Hunter

Organizations

  • Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Chemical Reaction Properties
  • Chemical Reactions
  • Dielectrics
  • Dissociation
  • Electron Beams
  • Electron Energy
  • Electrons
  • Energy
  • Energy Storage
  • Energy Systems
  • Ionization
  • Measurement
  • Military Research
  • Molecules
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Pulsed Power
  • United States

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Combustion science or combustion engineering.
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Plasma Physics.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics