Mimicking Lightning in a Dielectric

Physics 2026 Open access

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Authors: Sophia Chen
DOI: 10.1103/physics.19.s24
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Abstract

Electrons accelerated to relativistic speeds in a dielectric material can produce bursts of x rays, similar to a phenomenon found in thunderstorms.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Particle Accelerators and Free-Electron Lasers Laser-Plasma Interactions and Diagnostics Lightning and Electromagnetic Phenomena

Publication details

Journal / source
Physics
Volume
19
Publication date
5 March 2026
Language
EN