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Low pressure arc electrode

Abstract

Reducing the pressure in the vicinity of the arc attachment point by allowing the gas to flow through a supersonic nozzle minimizes local heating rates, prevents ablation, and increases the efficiency of coaxial gas-flow arcs.

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Lenn, P. D., Richter, R.. 1970-08-01. Low pressure arc electrode. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19700000317

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