Abstract
The nonlinear theory of slow-wave electron cyclotron masers (ECM) with an initially straight electron beam is developed. The evolution equation of the nonlinear beam electron energy is derived. The numerical studies of the slow-wave ECM efficiency with inclusion of Gaussian beam velocity spread are presented. It is shown that the velocity spread reduces the interaction efficiency.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 588-595 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Annals of Physics |
Volume | 339 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 2013 |
Keywords
- Interaction efficiency
- Nonlinear energy evolution equation
- Slow-wave ECM
- Velocity spread