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Area of Science:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Pulsed Power Systems
  • High Voltage Technology

Background:

  • High-voltage square-wave pulses are crucial for applications like high power microwave generation and flash photography.
  • Existing pulse generators face challenges in achieving fast rise times, flat tops, and compact structures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel square-wave pulse formation approach.
  • To combine multichannel pseudospark switch (MCPSS), Blumlein-type pulse forming network (BPFN), and linear transformer driver (LTD) technologies.
  • To optimize the output waveform for demanding applications.

Main Methods:

  • A single-stage LTD module was developed.
  • Waveform modulation techniques were employed.
  • Single-gap MCPSS, unequal-capacitance BPFN, and a magnetic switch were utilized for optimization.

Main Results:

  • A square wave pulse with 25.0 kV voltage was generated.
  • Achieved a fast front (tf) of 24.9 ns.
  • Obtained a flat-top bottom width (tbw) of 77.8 ns (90% Umax ~ 90% Umax) and a full width at half maximum of 94.3 ns.

Conclusions:

  • The combined MCPSS, BPFN, and LTD approach effectively generates high-voltage square-wave pulses.
  • The optimized system meets the stringent requirements for fast front and flat-top pulses.
  • This technology holds promise for advancing pulsed power applications.