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Characterization of a Microwave Induced Plasma Torch
Adtec's Microwave Induced Plasma (MIP) torch technology has been investigated in a fascinating paper exploring glass surface modification.
Cold plasma as a novel solution for cleaning Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) mirrors is an application we're extremely interested in at Adtec, and we are proudly collaborating with Cranfield University in our research. In experimental work conducted at both Cranfield and the Defence Academy, this paper instead uses an Adtec MIP torch to study surface energy modification of CSP glass, and demonstrates the ability of the technology to create super-hydrophilic surfaces.
The work, funded by the EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council) and Gooch & Housego, also allowed researchers to utilise optical emission spectroscopy to characterize the MIP torch, and deepen our understanding of the technology.
The full paper is available to read here: adtecplasma.com/…/Characterisation-of-a-microwave-induced-plasma-torch-for-glass-surface-modification.pdf
Acknowledgements
This sort of fundamental research provides Adtec with invaluable insights, and we are hugely grateful to all researchers and institutions for their contributions.
Cranfield University (BENNETT), University College Dublin (FANG), Manufacturing Technology Centre (CASTELLI), Zhejiang University of Technology (CHEN), Defence Academy of the UK (BALLERI), Adtec Plasma Technology (URAYAMA), Gooch & Housego (Funding), EPSRC (Funding).
Adtec now offers bespoke Coaxial Cable Assemblies
High quality coaxial cabling is essential to efficiently transmit RF power from the generator to your load, or process chamber.
A coaxial cable is type of electrical cable, typically acting as a transmission line for high-frequency signals. The name coaxial refers to the shared axis of the inner conductor and concentric conducting shield. Unlike other types of shielded cable, the dimensions of coaxial cables and connectors are carefully designed and highly controlled; by standardizing a price, constant conductor spacing, coaxial cables act as highly efficient signal transmission lines.
Adtec now offers bespoke RF cable assemblies. Used in conjunction with our range of world-leading RF Generators and Matching Units, we can provide your entire RF power solution - one supplier, From Generator To Chamber.
Check out our full range of RF Plasma Generation equipment, now including Coaxial Cable Assemblies.
Adtec colleagues at Cranfield University publish paper in American Institute of Physics
Adtec is very proud to announce that our colleagues at Cranfield University have published their paper "Cleaning Concentrating Solar Power Mirrors Without Water" in the AIP.
Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) is a method of electricity generation that utilises vast arrays of mirrors to reflect sunlight to a focal point, superheating a special liquid to produce steam. Due to the typically arid desert locations of these plants, the mirrors become readily soiled with sand and dirt. Plasma offers a novel, innovative, and water-free solution to cleaning them.
This paper provides a fantastic introduction to the research, and offers fascinating characterisation of the Air Plasma generated by our Dielectric Barrier Discharge technology.
Congratulations to all involved!
You can read the full paper here
Adtec joins the European Research Association for Thin Films
We are pleased to announce our membership to the European Research Association for Thin Films.
The EFDS is a fantastic community of renowned specialists within the European Thin-Film, Semiconductor and Vacuum Technology industries.
We are hugely excited for the opportunity to learn from industry experts and collaborate with new partners
Dedicated Adtec RF and Cold Plasma News
Hello and welcome!
As part of our brand new website, we are excited to launch a fresh news feed, dedicated to our RF and Cold Plasma activities.
Here, we will discuss products, innovations, applications and publications - we have a lot in the pipeline for 2021, and we can't wait to share it all with you!
Our medical division, Adtec Healthcare, can now be found here. You can still find all the old posts in the archives of our news section.
Happy New Year from all of us here at Adtec,
See you soon!