Magnetic field extraction of positive ions

[Landon]

A gas composed of nuclear fuel is undergoing fission, producing fast moving positive ions that I wish to remove from the system by use of a magnetic mirror. What field strength is needed to ensure the fragments follow the trajectory I need, and not interact with the surrounding material?

 

[Drakkith]

That all depends on the velocity and mass of the particles. Along with the charge to mass ratio.

 

[Landon]

The average charge of the particles is +22, and the average masses are 140amu and 95amu.

 

[Drakkith]

Wish I could help you, but I don't know the math and details behind this. Try posting in the Nuclear Engineering forum and see if you get any help.