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Photodetachment process for beam neutralization

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OSTI ID:6908392

A process for neutralization of accelerated ions employing photo-induced charge detachment is disclosed. The process involves directing a laser beam across the path of a negative ion beam such as to effect photodetachment of electrons from the beam ions. The frequency of the laser beam employed is selected to provide the maximum cross-section for the photodetachment process. 2 figs.

DOE Contract Number:
W-7405-ENG-48
Assignee:
Dept. of Energy, Washington, DC (United States)
Patent Number(s):
A; US 4140577
Application Number:
PPN: US 5-726025
OSTI ID:
6908392
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English