The Bennett pinch for non-relativistic electrons
Abstract
A theory of the Bennett pinch is presented for the case of non-relativistic electrons. In this way the basic physics of the phenomenon can be clearly demonstrated. The magnetic force acting on the electrons is transmitted to the positive ions via an electrostatic field.
- Publication:
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Journal of Plasma Physics
- Pub Date:
- December 2018
- DOI:
- Bibcode:
- 2018JPlPh..84f9009A
- Keywords:
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- Plasma devices;
- plasma properties