Setup for isotope separation by the ICR-heating method

A design of a setup for performing ICR isotope separation is examined. Its main components are based on new physical concepts. It is proposed that ion ization of matter will occur in a discharge with crossed electric and magne tic fields. New hf antennas are proposed for ICR heating, making the hearin g process highly selective. The possibility of heating on the second harmon ic of the ion cyclotron frequency is discussed. It is suggested that a curv ilinear magnetic field be used for separating the heated isotope. 6 figures , 24 references.