The ionizing waves of potential gradient (IWPG) velocity determination in neon self-terminating laser by the delay time of superradiance

The conception of ionizing waves of potential gradient is applied to the superradiant self-terminating neon laser. The constant delay time between the front of ionization and that of excitation may explain the asymmetric character of the source, particularly the existence of the delay time between superradiant pulses from the opposite ends of laser tube. The measurement of the delay time allows to determine the velocity of the ionizing waves of potential gradient, presenting a new method of laser plasma diagnostics. (D.Gy.)