Title :
High impedance multigap plasma opening switches
Author :
Mason, Rodney J.
Author_Institution :
Appl. Theor. Div., Los Alamos Nat. Lab., NM, USA
fDate :
6/1/1995 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
We propose, and computationally evaluate a new approach to high voltage plasma opening switches. The generator current is engineered to pass through a series of switch plasma modules, each providing a separate emission gap. The resistance from the sum of these gaps is in parallel with the load. Thus, modular plasma gaps can be added to encourage optimal energy transfer to a high impedance load
Keywords :
plasma devices; plasma switches; pulsed power switches; high impedance; high voltage; modular plasma gaps; multigap; plasma opening switches; resistance; Anodes; Cathodes; Electrodes; Impedance; Magnetic fields; Plasma density; Plasma simulation; Power engineering and energy; Switches; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Plasma Science, IEEE Transactions on
