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On the homogeneization of transverse gas discharges by preionization

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Detailed data of the minimum preionization electron density (MPED)n 0 necessary to initiate a homogeneous discharge mode in transverse gas discharges are computed. An upper limit for the inductance of the discharge circuit is set by the power balance during breakdown. The results are presented as functions of generalized parameters. Applicability of the computations is proved by experimental observations.

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    G. Herziger, R. Wollermann-Windgasse & K. H. Banse

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Herziger, G., Wollermann-Windgasse, R. & Banse, K.H. On the homogeneization of transverse gas discharges by preionization. Appl. Phys. 24, 267–272 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00899768

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