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Ion beam generating apparatus

Patent ·
OSTI ID:7242071
An ion generating apparatus utilizing a vacuum chamber, a cathode and an anode in the chamber. A source of electrical power produces an arc or discharge between the cathode and anode. The arc is sufficient to vaporize a portion of the cathode to form a plasma. The plasma is directed to an extractor which separates the electrons from the plasma, and accelerates the ions to produce an ion beam. 10 figs.
DOE Contract Number:
AC03-76SF00098
Assignee:
PTO; EDB-94-126398
Patent Number(s):
A; US 4714860
Application Number:
PPN: US 6-696460
OSTI ID:
7242071
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English