Patents Assigned to The Institute for Atomic Physics
  • Hollow-anode ion-electron source
    Patent number: 4871918
    Abstract: An ion-electron source based on a new type of gas discharge in a hollow anode is presented. A small surface of the exit aperture and a high density of the current enable high brightness of the source; high efficiency and simple construction make possible low production price and long lifetime of the source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 1987
    Date of Patent: October 3, 1989
    Assignee: The Institute for Atomic Physics
    Inventor: Vujo I. Miljevic