Modeling of carbon nanoparticle synthesis using arc discharge method in variation through electrode’s shape and gap

Abstract

Modeling of carbon nanoparticle synthesis using the arc discharge method was created by simulation. In this research, the electrode shapes and gaps between them are varied. The electrode’s shape was modeled as pointy, blunt, and square, while the electrode’s gap was modeled as modified at 0.23 mm, 0.38 mm, and 0.57 mm. This research aims to analyze forms of distribution and generated nanoparticles by demonstrating how the difference in electrode design obtains the maximum value of electron density, electron temperature, and electric potential since the discharge process. The simulation results show that the variation in shape and gap between the electrodes affects the maximum value obtained.