OBSERVATIONS ON PULSED SPARK CHAMBERS
The spark formation time in rare-gas pulsed spark chamber is investigated as a function of the pulse voltage under various configurations of electrodes, gap lengths, gases, delay times, and clearing fields. An explanation of the formation times is found in terms of a simple process of electron multiplication leading to rapid gas breakdown. The construction of a thin foil spark chamber and thyratron pulsers for use with spark chambers are also discussed.
- Research Organization:
- Brookhaven National Lab., Upton, N.Y.
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- NSA Number:
- NSA-15-022490
- OSTI ID:
- 4042533
- Journal Information:
- Rev. Sci. Instr., Journal Name: Rev. Sci. Instr. Vol. Vol: 32
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- English
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