ISSN:
1432-0649
Keywords:
42.55.Dk
;
52.80
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract The operational characteristics of a magnetically stabilized glow discharge are investigated for several different experimental electrode configurations. In this parametric study, successive geometries were designed to accommodate and/or control specific aspects of the plasma glow process. In this manner, an electrode structure which optimizes discharge stability and promotes glow uniformity over an extended active volume, was ultimately achieved. The study teaches a promising new technique for significantly increasing the power density of high power gas lasers. Experimental data is in excellent correlation with predictions provided by a previous numerical study of this magnetic stabilization process.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00697706
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