induction accelerator

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Noun1.induction accelerator - accelerates a continuous beam of electrons to high speeds by means of the electric field produced by changing magnetic flux
betatron
atom smasher, particle accelerator, accelerator - a scientific instrument that increases the kinetic energy of charged particles
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The ring will thus in effect be a recirculating induction accelerator, capable of acceleration from 10 keV to 50 keV (v/c=0.4) in 100 turns.
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