Design of repetitively pulsed megavolt pulse transformer systems
The development of repetitively pulsed megavolt pulse transformer systems in this country has been associated with the fusion research program at Sandia National Laboratories. Early experiments with comparatively small air-core transformer systems demonstrated efficient, reliable operation using low voltage parallel capacitor banks as the primary energy stores. Over a period fo several years rep-rated transformer systems have been upgraded through the development of improved low and high voltage gas dynamic spark gap switches, trigger generators, and control circuits. Breakdown and partial discharge tests on bulk liquids and laminar insulating materials have provided basic design guidelines for both transformers and high voltage capacitors.
- Research Organization:
- Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC04-76DP00789
- OSTI ID:
- 6751252
- Report Number(s):
- SAND-84-0991C; CONF-8406137-8; ON: DE84013214
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: 16. power modulator symposium, Arlington, VA, USA, 17 Jun 1984; Other Information: Paper copy only, copy does not permit microfiche production
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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