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(EX/P1-21) Polarization of X-Ray Lines Emitted from Plasma-Focus Discharges; Problems of Interpretation

L. Jakubowski¹⁾, M.J. Sadowski¹⁾, E.O. Baronova^2)
 
1) The Andrzej Soltan Institute for Nuclear Studies, Otwock-Swierk, Poland
²⁾ Nuclear Fusion Institute, RNC Kurchatov Institute, Moscow, Russia

Abstract.  In high current pulse discharges of the Plasma Focus (PF) type, inside the collapsing pinch column, there are formed local micro-regions of high-density and high-temperature plasma, so-called hot spots. Individual hot spots are separated in space and time. Each hot spot is characterized by its specific electron concentration and temperature, as well as by the emission of X-ray lines with different polarization. When numerous hot spots are produced it is impossible to determine local plasma parameters and to interpretate the polarization effects. To eliminate this problem this study was devoted to the realization of PF-type discharges with single hot spot only. It has been achieved by a choice of the electrode configuration, which facilitated the formation of a single hot spot emitting intense X-ray lines. At the chosen experimental conditions it was possible to determine local plasma parameters and to demonstrate evident differences in the polarization of the observed X-ray lines.

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