The magnet forms a magnetic field space between cathode portions to guide ion beams away from poles. This configuration reduces erosion and extends maintenance cycles.
Spokes and a hollow post reduce thermal conduction from the repeller disk, increasing operating temperature by over 100°C.
Segmenting the cathode cap resolves the trade-off between sputtering durability and heating energy consumption in plasma generators.
Multi-cusp magnetic field confines plasma in a Penning ion source, increasing atomic ion fraction and neutron yield while reducing power consumption.
Electronic spring adjusters vary faceplate compressive force to tune thermal conductivity, reducing deposition and enhancing ion beam uniformity.
A collision ionization source supply duct with a decreasing inner height increases gas pressure in the ionization region by reducing flow resistance.
A reflector electrode redirects electrons back into the ionization region, increasing ion production for well logging instruments.
Arranging discharge needles on opposing walls creates uniform ion concentration, resolving uneven distribution from single-sided designs.
Grounded resistive elements at cover openings suppress ion retention, restoring static elimination capacity.
A raised lip on the ion source liner prevents particulate contaminants from entering the annular gap, avoiding electrical shorts caused by debris accumulation.
Connecting the cathode to grounded chamber walls eliminates positive ion attraction, preventing sputtering and electrical shorts while extending component life.
The device eliminates air gaps between the metal tube and extraction means using a ceramic insulator, reducing Penning discharge risks and electrical breakdowns.
Dielectric liquid surrounds the plasma chamber to provide thermal conduction and electrical insulation for the charged particle beam system.