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Microexplosions initiated by a microwave capillary torch on a metal surface at atmospheric pressure

Journal Article · · Plasma Physics Reports
The interaction of the plasma of a microwave capillary argon torch with a metal surface was studied experimentally. It is shown that the interaction of the plasma jet generated by the capillary plasma torch with the metal in atmospheric-pressure air leads to the initiation of microexplosions (sparks) on the metal surface. As a result, the initially smooth surface acquires a relief in the form of microtips and microcraters. The possibility of practical application of the observed phenomenon is discussed.
OSTI ID:
22472244
Journal Information:
Plasma Physics Reports, Journal Name: Plasma Physics Reports Journal Issue: 7 Vol. 41; ISSN PPHREM; ISSN 1063-780X
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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