Marx generator engineering and assembly line technology for the PBFA II accelerator

Conference · Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1985

OSTI ID:5343567

Woolston, T L; Ives, H C

The energy storage section of PBFA II requires 36 Marx generators. The Marx generator was designed to minimize the total number and types of parts in order to speed the assembly process and maintain simplicity. Some mechanical highlights include a shorting system, a quick connect spark gap fitting (using unmodified existing spark gaps), and an arragement allowing insertion and removal of the Marx from a filled oil tank. A rapid assembly system for the Marx generators was also designed and consists of (1) a trolley system, (2) an industrial manipulator, and (3) a gantry crane. Three persons can safely assemble at least two Marxes a week using the equipment. The system also will be used to expedite disassembly required for routine maintenance.

• Research Organization: Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC04-76DP00789
• OSTI ID: 5343567
• Report Number(s): SAND-84-2522C; CONF-850616-40; ON: DE85013141
• Resource Relation: Conference: 5. IEEE pulsed power conference, Washington, DC, USA, 10 Jun 1985; Other Information: Paper copy only, copy does not permit microfiche production
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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