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A negative ion source test facility
S Melanson1, M Dehnel1, D Potkins1
1D-Pace, Inc., P.O. Box 201, Nelson, British Columbia V1L 5P9, Canada.
The Review of Scientific Instruments
|March 3, 2016
Summary
A new Ion Source Test Facility (ISTF) is under development to advance ion source technology and commercialization. This facility will also support the characterization and enhancement of beam diagnostic devices.
Area of Science:
- Physics
- Engineering
Background:
- Development of advanced ion sources is crucial for various scientific and industrial applications.
- Commercialization of ion source technology requires dedicated testing and characterization infrastructure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the development and commissioning of a new Ion Source Test Facility (ISTF).
- To detail the facility's role in advancing ion source development and commercialization.
- To highlight the facility's capability in characterizing and developing beam diagnostic devices.
Main Methods:
- Collaborative development between D-Pace Inc. and Buckley Systems Ltd.
- Phased commissioning of the ISTF, with Phase 1 in October 2015 and Phase 2 in March 2016.
- Utilizing the ISTF for ion source testing and beam diagnostic device development.
Main Results:
- The ISTF is progressing towards its commissioning dates.
- The facility is being established to support commercial ion source applications.
- The ISTF will enable detailed characterization of D-Pace Inc. beam diagnostic devices.
Conclusions:
- The ISTF represents a significant step towards the commercialization of ion source technology.
- The facility will accelerate the development and refinement of ion sources and associated diagnostic tools.
- Successful commissioning of the ISTF will provide a valuable resource for the ion beam community.
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