Some analytical kinetic solutions are obtained for the primary and plasma electrons in multi-cusp ion source. The characteristics based on these solutions are discussed, such as frictional coefficient, collision frequency, electron... more
Some analytical kinetic solutions are obtained for the primary and plasma electrons in multi-cusp ion source. The characteristics based on these solutions are discussed, such as frictional coefficient, collision frequency, electron current,electron diffusion,electron density, and electrical conductivity. A code based on one of these solutions is developed to discuss the plasma electrons diffusion; the simulation results are qualitatively consistent with our current experiences.
