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ION PRODUCING MECHANISM

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4303002

This patent relates to improvements in calutron devices and particularly describes a novel ion source. The unique feature of this source lies in the shaping of the ionizing electron stream to conform to the arc plasma boundary at the exit slit of the ionization chamber, thereby increasing the ion density produced at the plasma boundary. The particular structure consists of an electron source disposed at onc end of an elongated ionization chambcr and a coilimating electrode positioned to trim the electron stream to a crescent shape before entering the ionization chamber.

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-13-004328
Assignee:
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 2850636
OSTI ID:
4303002
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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