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PLASMA GENERATOR

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4246214

A plasma generator is described. It consists of a palr of Ta electrodes loaded with a gas to be ionized spaced by ceramic insulation. The electrodes are out of axial alignment so that the arc current path is inclined from the electrode current path establishing a magnetic field to shape and expand the plasma. The generator is energized by a circuit including a capacitor, a discharge tube, and a pulse generator. The capacitor discharges through the electrodes when the discharge tube is triggered by the pulse generator. (T.R.H.)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-14-001686
OSTI ID:
4246214
Report Number(s):
GB 821744
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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