Simulation results of arc behavior in different plasma spray torches

Journal of Thermal Spray Technology

Volumn 15, Issue 4, 2006, Pages 563-569

  Trelles, J P ^a   Heberlein, J V R ^a  

^a University of Minnesota   (United States)

Author keywords

Arc dynamics; Multiscale finite elements; Plasma torch; Three dimensional; Time dependent

Indexed keywords

ARC DYNAMICS; THERMODYNAMIC EQUILIBRIUM MODEL;

ELECTRIC CONDUCTIVITY; ELECTRODES; FINITE ELEMENT METHOD; PLASMA SPRAYING;

PLASMA TORCHES;

EID: 33846310415     PISSN: 10599630     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1361/105996306X147252     Document Type: Conference Paper

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