itsalright said:I'm looking to create a plasma actuator. I have a 1/16" thick aluminum oxide ceramic plate that will function as my dielectric, as well as two copper electrodes that I'll be sending the electricity through. Does anyone know how much power I will need to send to the electrodes to create the plasma in air?
Plasma is the fourth state of matter, in which a gas is ionized and becomes electrically conductive.
Plasma can be created in air through various methods, such as using high voltage electricity, intense heat, or strong magnetic fields.
The temperature of plasma in air can vary, but it is typically very hot, ranging from thousands to millions of degrees Celsius.
Creating plasma in air has various applications, including in spacecraft propulsion, industrial processes, and in medical treatments such as sterilization and cancer therapy.
While plasma can be dangerous if not handled properly, the creation of plasma in air itself is not inherently dangerous. Safety precautions and proper handling techniques should be followed when working with plasma.