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The demand for high-intensity $He^{2+}$ ion beams is rapidly increasing, driven by applications in ad-vanced medical therapies and groundbreaking scientific research. The stringent requirements for these beams require a deep understanding of the interplay between plasma parameters and beam properties. Establishing this connection would enable strategic R&D advancements for next-generation ion sources.
This work presents a semi-empirical strategy to estimate the plasma conditions required to produce high-intensity $He^{2+}$. The approach is based on solving a non-linear system of balance equations for helium plasmas, incorporating the critical cross-sections of key reactions. The method accounts for the generation of helium ions, providing a comprehensive framework for optimizing ion sources’ per-formances.
We will also discuss the theoretical methodology and explore the plasma parameter regimes neces-sary to enhance the production of high-intensity ion beams. These findings provide critical insights into the development of advanced ion sources tailored to the needs of the medical and scientific communities.
