L. Ducimetière, P. Faure, U. Jansson, H. Riege, K. Schmidt, G. Schroder, E. Vossenberg, J. Hańderek, P. Bénin, L. Courtois
{"title":"Pseudo-spark Switch Development For The LHC Beam Dumping System","authors":"L. Ducimetière, P. Faure, U. Jansson, H. Riege, K. Schmidt, G. Schroder, E. Vossenberg, J. Hańderek, P. Bénin, L. Courtois","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597097","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597097","url":null,"abstract":"The kicker magnet pulse generators for the beam dumping system of CERNs Large Hadron Collider (LHC) require fast high power switches (35 kV, 30 kA, 8 ps) of very low repetition rate (only a few pulses per day). Cold cathode tubes like pseudo-spark switches look suitable for this kind of application, as they do not suffer from cathode-heater lifetime limitations and may guarantee a quasi unlimited operation time. Pseudo-spark assemblies are therefore under development with the aim of obtaining a switch tailored to two main requirements of the LHC dumping system, a very low prefire rate (-10-4) and a large ratio of maximum to minimum operation voltage (-15). It is intended to achieve these goals with a 2-gap or 3-gap version employing a ferroelectric trigger in each of the gaps. Experimental results on several 1-gap prototypes of different electrode diameter will be reported. Two of the prototypes have been mounted in a sealed-off version, equipped with a deuterium gas reservoir. The erosion behaviour has been investigated for different electrode materials, pure tungsten, thoriated tungsten and tungstedrhenium (5% Re). Important differences in the quenching behaviour between pure and thoriated tungsten have been found. The incorporation of these results into a 2-gap beam dump switch, soon to be assembled, will be discussed.","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"124 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115987129","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Modulation Capabilities Of Different Grid Designs For A Cs-ba Tacitron","authors":"B. Wernsman, M. El-Genk","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597084","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597084","url":null,"abstract":"An experimental determination of the modulation capabilities of different grid designs in a Cs-Ba tacitron is made as a function of operating parameters. Results show that as the modulation frequency increases, the current modulation of the device is harder to control (ignite and extinguish) due to a decrease in the ion leakage rate from the discharge volume after the device is ignited. As the transparency decreases from 34 % to 26 % for a grid with 0.5 mm apertures, the device is harder to ignite, but easier to extinguish. Lowering the transparency of the grid also increases the forward voltage drop, at a given cesium reservoir temperature, and decreases by 50 % the range of cesium reservoir temperatures at which the device modulates. However, decreasing the grid aperture size makes the device easier to extinguish without affecting ignition.","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"31 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132314576","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
H. Anamkath, E. Gower, D. Palmer, K. Whitham, A. Zante
{"title":"Very High Power 300 KW Modulator","authors":"H. Anamkath, E. Gower, D. Palmer, K. Whitham, A. Zante","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597037","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597037","url":null,"abstract":"H. Anamkath, E. Gower, D. Palmer, K. Whitham, A. Zante The TITAN Corporation, TITAN Beta Division 6780 Sierra Court, Dublin, California 94568 A very high power modulator was built for TRW Space and Technology for new generation tube development. This modulator has successfblly produced the highest known combinations of peak and average power for high power microwave tube development work. The parameters of this modulator are consistent with or exceed the RF pulsed power expected to be required for the next linear collider. This paper describes the system configuration and the factory test results.","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"62 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133196925","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
A. Campbell, M. Grippeling, G. Mcmonagle, P. Pearce, G. Rentier
{"title":"A Klystron-modulator Interlock And Fault Acquisition System Using G-64, VME, And MIL-1553-B Standards","authors":"A. Campbell, M. Grippeling, G. Mcmonagle, P. Pearce, G. Rentier","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597074","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597074","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"5 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115444472","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Theorem On The Dependence Of Hm On Gain In A Magnetic Pulse Compressor, And Its Implications On The Core Volume Formula","authors":"I. Druckmann","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597091","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597091","url":null,"abstract":"It is known that the volume of core required for a magnetic pulse compressor (MPC) of given gain y is proportional to 9 and to pr,80f, the relative permeability at saturation. The latter is empirically found to be 2-5. We are interested in obtaining low values for pr,sat, in order to decrease the core volume. pr,sat is clearly related to H,, the amplitude of the magnetizing field in the core. The article investigates the dependence of H, and pr,sat on the other parameters of the MPC. It is shown that H, and depend on the gain y, and are independent of N, the number of turns. More precisely, H, is a decreasing function of y, and pr,sat an increasing one. The exact form of these functions depend on the form of the function p,. = g(H). Several functions g are investigated, including one based on measured data. The conclusion is, that the amount of core volume increases faster with y, than is predicted by the 9 factor in the classical volume formula.","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"82 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115020427","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Transient Analysis Methods For Multisection Charged Transmission Line Pulse Generators","authors":"J. Tsinetakes","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597076","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597076","url":null,"abstract":"One of the traditional methods for describing the transient behavior of a charged transmission line pulse generator is the bounce diagram technique, Alternatively, a Laplace transform of the pulse generator circuit can be done to yield a mathematical expression of its output. Both of these techniques can be applied to a single charged line with relatively little effort. An investigation is made into the application of these techniques to multisection lines. The results of these two analysis techniques are compared to the results obtained from circuit analysis software, such as PSpice.","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"39 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129865158","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Generation Of Sub-nanosecond Pulses Using A Solid State Marx Circuit With Trapatt Diode Switches","authors":"W. Carey, W. Nunnally","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597050","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597050","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"5 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130779291","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Microdischarge Detection In High Frequency Capacitors","authors":"C. Nowak, J. Stopher, J. Zirnheld, R. Dollinger","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597090","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597090","url":null,"abstract":"Higher frequency power is playing an increasingly important role in the power conditioning and high power electronics areas. This is evident in manv new applications of high frequency devices such as sw'itching power supplies, radar modulators, and numerous pulsed power applications. Multi-factor stressing and related erosion of the dielectric material from microdischarges form a dominant cause of device failure, and this insulation deterioration can be accelerated under higher frequency stressing. The methods developed t o investigate component failure have been established in the past by 60 Hz system requirements. Conventional detection systems are designed for dc, 60 Hz, and 400 Hz, but cannot generally be applied at high frequencies. This lack of high frequency diagnostic capabilities has contributed t o a poor understanding of aging processes and failure mechanisms in new high frequency devices. To help researchers understand the fundamental aging processes and reliably be able t o predict service lifetimes, new tools that can detect and analyze microdischarge activity under high frequency conditions a re being developed. This paper describes the design of a new microdischarge detection technique that can be used at high frequencies, and it 's application t o capacitors. This technique uses a series resonant multikilohertz power system in which the primary capacitance is two capacitors under tes t . Preliminary assessment of this new detection technique have validated its applicability t o high frequency components. Initial test data and it's relevance will be discussed in detail. This new detection technique offers a multi-spectral diagnostic capability which will help advance scientific understanding of the fundamental aging processes under the high frequency conditions for which the devices are designed.","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"32 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130287965","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Emittance Measurement Of An Electron Beam Extracted From A Plasma Edge Cathode","authors":"R. Stemprok, K. Zieher","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597089","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597089","url":null,"abstract":"current density of 100 A/cm2 [1,31. The Plasma Edge Cathode concept can possibly produce high electron current densities while avoiding or delaying plasma closure of the extraction gap of an electron source. An obstacle partially intercepts the plasma jet emitted from a spark plug and causes a stationary transverse plasma boundary from which electrons are extracted. The plasma should experience negligible external electric forces as long as the extraction is space charge limited. It should be possible to avoid the plasma closure of the extraction gap and obtain an extracted electron current density over 100 A/cm2 for practical plasmas. Experimental results partially support this theoretical prediction. Electron current densities up to 40 A/cm2 were obtained repeatedly with a duration up to 2.5 ps. The pepper-pot method was used to measure the effective emittance of the extracted electron beam. The images (50 ns exposure time) were digitized by a scanner and a computer code determined the effective emittance. An extraction gap of 15 mm together with an extraction voltage less than 20 kV yielded a relatively smooth pattern on the scintillator. About half of the 100 shots taken so far could be clearly scanned and evaluated. They have suitable exposure and separated spots. The effective emittance E' = 4x,, xim, and = 4y,, yims are of the order of 5 ~ 1 0 ~ m r a d = 1 . 6 ~ 1 0 ~ x m r a d with some shots down to 10-3mrad = 3 . 2 ~ 1 0 ~ x m r a d . At higher extraction voltages the pattern was irregular and indicated some instability of the plasma surface. The normalized brightness was found typically in the range from 2x 1 O6 to 2x lo7 A/m2rad2.","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"12 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125409941","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent Advances In Cs-Ba Tacitron Technology","authors":"M. El-Genk, B. Wernsman, J. Luke","doi":"10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597088","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/MODSYM.1994.597088","url":null,"abstract":"The capability of the Cs-Ba tacitron as an inverter has been demonstrated, and its current modulation characteristics have been investigated. The inverter was operated in two modes, the thyratron (forced commutation) mode and the tacitron (grid controlled) mode. In the thyratron mode the tacitron was shown to modulate up to 10 kHz at a forward voltage drop as low as 2 V. In the tacitron mode, modulation frequencies up to 20 kHz at voltage drops of 3-3 5 V were demonstrated. The planar tacitron was shown to modulate 5 Ncm2 at 22 kHz, at a forward voltage drop of 2.2 V. Plasma diagnostic capability using Langmuir probes was sucessfully implemented.","PeriodicalId":330796,"journal":{"name":"Twenty-First International Power Modulator Symposium, Conference","volume":"10 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1994-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126083444","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}