Non-Perturbative Mapping of Inverted Sheaths in Low-Temperature Plasmas — NSF Award to West Virginia University Research Corporati
This award supports development of a novel quantum sensing diagnostic for studying plasma properties near solid surfaces. Plasmas are used in technologies that matter in everyday life, from computer chip manufacturing, to spacecraft propulsion systems, to potential new energy production facilities. When a plasma touche
| Award title | Non-Perturbative Mapping of Inverted Sheaths in Low-Temperature Plasmas |
|---|---|
| Award ID | 2606272 |
| Awardee | West Virginia University Research Corporation |
| City | MORGANTOWN |
| State | WV |
| Amount obligated | $633,833 |
| Principal investigator | Thomas Steinberger |
| Program | OFFICE OF MULTIDISCIPLINARY AC, PLASMA PHYSICS |
| Start date | 05/15/2026 |
| Abstract | This award supports development of a novel quantum sensing diagnostic for studying plasma properties near solid surfaces. Plasmas are used in technologies that matter in everyday life, from computer chip manufacturing, to spacecraft propulsion systems, to potential new energy production facilities. When a plasma touches a solid surface, a very thin but complex electrical layer called a plasma sheath is formed. The properties of such sheaths and the interaction between the plasma and a surface ar |
| Source | NSF Awards |
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