A model for the operation of a laser-triggered vacuum low-inductance switch

Journal Article · Fri Dec 01 00:00:00 EST 1989 · IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Transactions on Plasma Science; (USA)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1109/27.41223· OSTI ID:7161960

Brannon, P J; Riley, M E ^[1]

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1. Sandia National Labs., Albuquerque, NM (USA)

A new model for the operation of a laser-triggered vacuum switch utilizing a composite target pellet in the cathode is given along with supporting experimental results. It is shown that two separate mechanisms are responsible for the operation of the switch; namely, a thermal mechanism for the initial current flow, and an ion regeneration mechanism for the current buildup.

• DOE Contract Number: AC04-76DP00789
• OSTI ID: 7161960
• Journal Information: IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Transactions on Plasma Science; (USA), Vol. 17:6; ISSN 0093-3813
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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