SIMULATED ION TRAP
Project Objectives:
- Simulate characteristics of a Paul Trap
- Demonstrate theory of trapping charged particles
Description of Applet:
The applet below is an simulated Paul Trap which has trapped a macroscopic charged particle. The ring and the electrodes are simulated being attached to an alternating current power supply.
User Navigation:
- Click on the applet to re-insert a particle into the trap.
- If the particle is inserted outside the trap it escapes. Just click near the center of the trap to insure its capture.
Written by Walter Gordy 2008