THE 'HOUR-GLASS' ENERGY DIVERTER.
Abstract
A new spark-gap array for energy diverter usage was studied. The physical appearance of this array is that of an 'hour-glass.' This type of energy diverter is basically simple to construct and has excellent inherent high-voltage shielding properties. It has an infinite operating range, requires very low trigger energy (< 0.1 joule), fires very rapidly (< 0.1 microsecond), and requires no series inductance. Two triggeringsequence modes were investigated; and 'increasing overvoltage' mode and a 'constant overvoltage' mode. The design requirements for each triggering-sequence mode are discussed, and experimental results are presented. The effect of trigger polarity, electrode geometry, and use of a sharpening gap in series with the trigger generator is discussed. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1966
- Accession Number
- AD0629571
Entities
People
- Anthony J. Buffa
- Sol Schneider
Organizations
- United States Army Communications-Electronics Command