Plasma Science and Technology - Applications


Applications Overview \| Technology \| Basic Plasma Physics \| Space Plasmas \| Plasma Astrophysics Magnetic Confinement Fusion \| High Energy Density Physics \| Alternate Concepts for Fusion
		Oak Ridge National Laboratory Major Fields of Application Basic plasma physics Space - space plasma physics Space - plasma astrophysics Fusion - high energy density physics Fusion - magnetic confinement Fusion - alternate concepts Technology Areas of Plasma Technology Plasma processing, thin film deposition Plasma-based lighting systems Plasma chemistry Plasma spray and bulk materials work Sources and display systems Environmental and health applications One-atmosphere plasma systems Materials synthesis Switches, relays, focus, antennas Power systems, thrusters
	Because plasmas are conductive and respond to electric and magnetic fields and can be efficient sources of radiation, they are usable in numerous applications where such control is needed or when special sources of energy or radiation are required. The topics page provides close to 200 subject areas in plasma science and technology and nearly 100 applications. This page introduces the major fields of application listed at the right. For each field, most or all of the plasma processes listed below are an essential ingredient. Plasma technology is a very broad category by itself as indicated by the many important areas listed below right. Major Categories of Plasma Processes Plasma equilibria, dynamic and static Naturally-occurring plasmas Plasma sources Plasma-based devices Plasma sheath phenomena Wave and beam interactions in plasmas Numerical plasmas and simulations Plasma theory Plasma diagnostics Industrial plasmas plasma spray for engine housing