Critical technologies for Q-band EPCs

Abstract

This paper presents the results of the study “Critical Technologies for Q-Band EPCs” (contract no. 4000114540/15/NL/US). The objective of the activity was the development and demonstration by hardware of critical technologies and sub-assemblies needed for Q-band EPCs. Evaluation and final tests of the HV module are presented. Some deviations from the standard EPC test results were observed (e.g. voltage ripples, switch on and critical pressure behavior) and will be discussed in the paper.