Diagnosing high-reliability, low-jitter Marx generators
We have made photonic measurements to assess the performance of a bipolar Marx generator. Measurements of the switch-closing sequence were made with a high-speed multichannel data recorder using fiber optics to monitor the light produced by each switch closure. Experience gained during this research coupled with computer simulations has led to a fundamental understanding of the operation of these multistage devices. As a result of this research, significant improvement in erection time jitter has been realized. Erection time jitter has been measured as low as 2.6 ns for a 3.2-MV, 16-stage PBFA-I Marx generator. Photonic data are presented from this research program, along with a discussion on the use of computer simulations and photonic measurements in designing low-jitter Marx generators.
- Research Organization:
- Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87185
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC04-76DP00789
- OSTI ID:
- 6488646
- Journal Information:
- Rev. Sci. Instrum.; (United States), Journal Name: Rev. Sci. Instrum.; (United States) Vol. 58:7; ISSN RSINA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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