Abstract
A spacially localized axial temperature spike due to electron cyclotron resonance absorption in a steady‐state plasma column has been observed by B.W. Rice and J. E. Scharer[1]. Recent investigations have focused on its dependence on neutral pressure, plasma source input power, antenna excitation frequency and magnetic field gradient using Langmuir probes, emissive probes, diamagnetic loops and rf probes. The axial shape of the spike has been observed to strongly depend on the microwave coupling to the rf plasma source. The position, height and width of the spike vary with antenna excitation frequency in a localized mirror field to form a smooth spacial envelope. Measurements indicate a substantial temperature anisotropy near the resonance region.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
