Iranian Scientists Develop SDBD-Based Plasma Generator
WANA (Jun 30) – In a significant technological breakthrough, Iranian nuclear scientists have successfully developed a plasma generation device based on Surface Dielectric Barrier Discharge (SDBD) technology.
This innovation enables the production of plasma at atmospheric pressure—a capability that holds wide-ranging applications in surface modification, sterilization, and medical industries.
Nuclear Technology Beyond Power Generation
In today’s world, nuclear energy is not merely a tool for electricity generation. It plays a vital role in advancing diverse fields such as medicine, agriculture, industry, and environmental protection.
The adoption of modern nuclear technologies offers the promise of enhanced national scientific and industrial independence, laying the foundation for sustainable development.
Given the region’s complex geopolitical dynamics and the broad spectrum of international sanctions, achieving technological autonomy—especially in areas like nuclear fusion and plasma technologies—has become a strategic necessity. These achievements showcase the resilience and ingenuity of Iranian scientists in turning challenges into opportunities.
Leadership and Sacrifice in Scientific Progress
Among the key institutions at the forefront of domestic nuclear advancements is Iran’s Nuclear Science and Technology Research Institute. One of its most influential figures, Dr. Seyed Amirhossein Feghhi, a former head of the institute and a distinguished nuclear scientist, played a crucial role in advancing these technologies.
During his tenure, he led numerous scientific innovations and initiatives. Tragically, he was assassinated in an attack by the Israeli regime—a stark reminder of the high price paid by Iran’s scientific community.
Dr. Seyed Amirhossein Feghhi, the Deputy of the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran and a faculty member at Shahid Beheshti University. Social Media / WANA News Agency
Introduction to the SDBD Plasma Generator and Technical Specifications
The newly developed Surface Dielectric Barrier Discharge (SDBD) plasma generator is an efficient method for generating stable and uniform atmospheric-pressure plasma, specifically tailored for surface treatment and modification.
Surface processing in this context refers to the enhancement of surface properties such as hydrophilicity, surface energy, and morphology, making them more suitable for various applications in medicine, dentistry, printing, packaging, and textiles.
In addition to producing uniform and stable plasma, the SDBD system boasts several advantages, including simplicity, robustness, and compatibility with a wide range of reactive gases.
Compared to other dielectric barrier discharge configurations, SDBD devices offer superior surface energy enhancement and can achieve effective treatment results—such as increasing surface hydrophilicity—in significantly shorter durations.
This makes the SDBD system especially effective in reducing plasma processing time and energy consumption. The system is also easily controllable, and the operational costs are considerably lower than those of other low-pressure plasma generation methods.
Technical specifications of the Plasma Generator include:
- Voltage: 0–20 kilovolts
- Frequency: 0–200 kilohertz
- Application: Generation of stable and uniform air plasma for surface treatment of polymeric materials in various sizes.
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Iran’s Next Steps and Future Outlook
The roadmap for utilizing this technological advancement includes:
- Scaling up the SDBD plasma generator to semi-industrial and industrial levels for deployment across various industries;
- Upgrading the SDBD system to a Coplanar DBD model for enhanced application in sectors like polymer printing and packaging, as well as broader scientific domains including medicine, dentistry, and laboratory research.
Application Areas and Market Potential
The cold plasma produced by this system is highly versatile and applicable in multiple sectors, including:
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Surface sterilization
- Printing and packaging
- Industrial ozone generation
- Textiles
- Food industry
- Agriculture
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Progress achieved by the Plasma and Nuclear Fusion Research Center stands as a testament to the capabilities of Iranian scientists in developing cutting-edge technologies rooted in indigenous knowledge.
The SDBD plasma generation device represents not just a scientific triumph but also a practical solution to meet the growing demands of domestic industries. It also paves the way for the integration of nuclear technology into Iran’s industrial and medical ecosystems.
Undoubtedly, this bright path of innovation and advancement continues, powered by the perseverance and dedication of Iran’s nuclear scientists, despite external pressures and hostilities.
Following the Israeli attack on June 13, targeting different areas in Tehran and other cities, this terrorist act killed several Iranian scientists, military personnel, and civilians. This action did not go unpunished, as Iran’s Supreme Leader stated, and the Israeli regime faced severe retaliatory strikes.
People attend an anti-Israeli protest following the Israeli strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, June 13, 2025. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
