Low-Energy Atomic Collisions
Abstract
A description of charge-transfer studies of HC1+ in Xe using a merging beams technique is given. Absolute and relative cross sections were obtained for collision energies from 0.01 to 870eV. The goal of this experimental program was to study selected chemi-ionization and ion-molecule reactions by merging-beams techniques to better understand the dynamics of such collisions and to provide data to assist in the formulation of theory. The relative energy of the reactants for these studies was varied from threshold to 10 or 20 eV. These studies give a clearer picture of the role played by the kinetic and internal energy of reactants at low relative energies. This is important for the development of advanced Air Force systems that require communication through either a naturally or artificially ionized atmosphere, for the development of propulsion systems for the Air Force, and for advancing the technology of lasers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 31, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADA207216
Entities
People
- R. H. Neynaber
- S. Y. Tang