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Thermochemical Studies of NiII and ZnII Ternary Complexes Using Ion Mobility-Mass Spectrometry
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Total and differential ionization cross sections in collision between nitrogen atom and singly charged sodium ion
M Al-Ajaleen1,2, K Tőkési3,4
1Institute for Nuclear Research (ATOMKI), Debrecen, 4026, Hungary.
We theoretically studied nitrogen atom ionization by sodium ions. This research is crucial for understanding fusion plasma diagnostics, providing essential cross-section data for magnetically confined fusion applications.
Area of Science:
- Atomic and Molecular Physics
- Plasma Physics
- Fusion Energy Science
Background:
- Ionization cross-section data for Na+-N collisions are scarce but vital for fusion science.
- Accurate cross-section data is essential for the diagnostics of magnetically confined fusion plasmas.
Purpose of the Study:
- To theoretically investigate the ionization of nitrogen atoms by singly charged sodium ions.
- To provide essential cross-section data for the Na+-N collision system.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the classical trajectory Monte Carlo (CTMC) method.
- Modeled the Na+-N collision system as a three-body problem.
- Employed the Garvey-type model potential to describe inter-particle interactions.
Main Results:
- Calculated total cross sections for Na+-N ionization across a broad impact energy range (10 keV to 10 MeV).
- Presented single and double differential cross sections at specific energies (30-60 keV) relevant to plasma diagnostics.
- Compared theoretical results with available experimental data.
Conclusions:
- The study offers valuable insights into the dynamics of singly charged sodium-nitrogen interactions.
- The generated cross-section data aids in the diagnostic applications for magnetically confined fusion plasmas.
- This theoretical work addresses a critical data gap in fusion science.
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