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Computed versus measured ion velocity distribution functions in a Hall effect thruster

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We compare time-averaged and time-varying measured and computed ion velocity distribution functions in a Hall effect thruster for typical operating conditions. The ion properties are measured by means of laser induced fluorescence spectroscopy. Simulations of the plasma properties are performed with a two-dimensional hybrid model. In the electron fluid description of the hybrid model, the anomalous transport responsible for the electron diffusion across the magnetic field barrier is deduced from the experimental profile of the time-averaged electric field. The use of a steady state anomalous mobility profile allows the hybrid model to capture some properties like the time-averaged ion mean velocity. Yet, the model fails at reproducing the time evolution of the ion velocity. This fact reveals a complex underlying physics that necessitates to account for the electron dynamics over a short time-scale. This study also shows the necessity for electron temperature measurements. Moreover, the strength of the self-magnetic field due to the rotating Hall current is found negligible

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hal-03815933 , version 1 (15-10-2022)

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Laurent Garrigues, S. Mazouffre, G. Bourgeois. Computed versus measured ion velocity distribution functions in a Hall effect thruster. AIP : Journal of Applied Physics, 2012, 111 (11), pp.113301. ⟨10.1063/1.4722269⟩. ⟨hal-03815933⟩
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