Breakdown Effect and it’s Prevention in On-board Equipment of Satellite Communication Systems

Abstract

The problem of breakdown effect, also called multiphactor, in on-board equipment of satellite communication systems is considered. This negative effect affects the reliability of onboard devices of high radiation power and hinders the development of radio-electronic equipment for space applications in general. The breakdown effect mechanism is carried out. We show the specifics of breakdown effect in strip and coaxial components of satellite electronic equipment and also discuss how to prevent a possible discharge in on-board equipment.