Self-Field-Dominated Plasma
Abstract
This research effort addresses the production process of ion clusters with binding energy per ion as low as = 2.78 eV from a plasma source characterized by high energy density (kJ/cu cm, i.e., 0.2 keV/particle) and electron temperatures T(e) 0.4 keV. Particle-flow and magnetic structure of the plasma current sheath affect the emission of ion clusters and superclusters in plasma focus discharges. Part of the tests summarized here address methods and means for achieving controlled variations of the current sheath (CS) structure via electrode geometry modifications. CS parameters are monitored with multiple magnetic probes in the case of cylindrical - and open-funnel electrode geometry.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 31, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA376917
Entities
People
- C. Powell
- J. S. Brzosko
- V. Nardi