Calculation and measurement of initial electron densities in x-ray preionized avalanche discharge lasers

The initial electron density in x-ray preionized avalanche discharge lasers has been studied extensively. A computer model has been developed to calculate this initial electron density taking into account the characteristics of the x-ray source, x-ray physics, and geometric effects. Results of these...

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Published in:Journal of applied physics 1989-06, Vol.65 (12), p.4521-4528
Main Authors: BONNIE, R. J. M, GERRITSEN, J. W, ZUIDEMA, R. J
Format: Article
Language:English
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Exact sciences and technology
Fundamental areas of phenomenology (including applications)
Lasers
Optics
Physics
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Summary:The initial electron density in x-ray preionized avalanche discharge lasers has been studied extensively. A computer model has been developed to calculate this initial electron density taking into account the characteristics of the x-ray source, x-ray physics, and geometric effects. Results of these calculations were verified for various experimental conditions using an ionization chamber. The experimental data are in excellent agreement with the calculations. Results from this work may be directly applied in the design of x-ray preionized gas lasers.
ISSN:0021-8979
1089-7550
DOI:10.1063/1.343248