Novel algorithm for calculating the time evolution of the electron energy distribution function in gaseous discharges

Journal Article · Wed Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 1988 · J. Appl. Phys.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1063/1.340340· OSTI ID:5256709

Drallos, P J; Wadehra, J M

We are presenting a novel numerical technique for obtaining the time evolution of the electron velocity and electron energy distribution functions in the presence of a uniform electric field. Using this technique, the various swarm parameters can be evolved for sufficiently long times so that equilibrium can be reached without incurring any numerical instabilities. Results are presented for electron swarms in gaseous neon for various values of E/N.

• Research Organization: Department of Physics and Astronomy, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan 48202
• OSTI ID: 5256709
• Journal Information: J. Appl. Phys.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Appl. Phys.; (United States) Vol. 63:11; ISSN JAPIA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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