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MULTIPLE SPARK GAP SWITCH

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4304425
A multiple spark gap switch of unique construction is described which will permit controlled, simultaneous discharge of several capacitors into a load. The switch construction includes a disc electrode with a plurality of protuberances of generally convex shape on one surface. A firing electrode is insulatingly supponted In each of the electrode protuberances and extends substantially to the apex thereof. Individual electrodes are disposed on an insulating plate parallel with the disc electrode to form a number of spark gaps with the protuberances. These electrodes are each connected to a separate charged capacitor and when a voltage ls applied simultaneously between the trigger electrodes and the dlsc electrode, each spark gap fires to connect its capacitor to the disc electrode and a subsequent load.
Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-13-000996
Assignee:
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Patent Number(s):
US 2844740
OSTI ID:
4304425
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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