Prediction of Re-Ignition Times in Dielectric Barrier DischargesNew

This paper addresses the complex dynamics of dielectric barrier discharges (DBDs), where discharge ignition events self-organize into spatio-temporal patterns. The authors derive a reduced-order model specifically for describing re-ignition dynamics between consecutive discharges occurring at the same spatial position within a DBD arrangement. The model is formulated from an equivalent circuit representation, providing a mechanistic description of the underlying physics. This work contributes to the fundamental understanding of plasma behavior in DBD systems, which are widely used in industrial applications such as ozone generation, surface treatment, and plasma medicine.