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Fundamental Theory of Streamer and Leader Discharge

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Gas Discharge and Gas Insulation

Part of the book series: Energy and Environment Research in China ((EERC,volume 6))

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The basic theory of streamer and leader discharge in the gas discharge, and the factors affecting long gap discharge, are expounded in this chapter. Additionally, the formation and development process of streamer discharge and the characteristics of leader discharge are analyzed.

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Xiao, D. (2016). Fundamental Theory of Streamer and Leader Discharge. In: Gas Discharge and Gas Insulation. Energy and Environment Research in China, vol 6. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-48041-0_4

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