Repetitive Series Interrupter.

Abstract

The objectives of the study are the development of the theory of operation, computer aided design techniques, and operating models of the Interrupter and the magnetic modulator employing the Interrupter. The operating models are to be able to interrupt 200 amperes at 15 kilovolts. They are to provide control of 0.8 ampere direct current. The design approach is an extension of hydrogen thyratron techniques. Design and construction of four devices was undertaken during the period. A study of 10 interaction space coupling arrangements was completed. Circuit redesign and construction was performed. Interruption of 200 amperes at 15 kilovolts was achieved. Interruption of 33 amperes with subsequent permanent hold-off of 10 kilovolts was performed. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1974
Accession Number
AD0780086

Entities

People

  • Charles L. Shackelford

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Computer-Aided Design
  • Computers
  • Construction
  • Coupling (Interaction)
  • Couplings
  • Determinants (Mathematics)
  • Direct Current
  • Hydrogen
  • Interrupters
  • Magnetic Modulators
  • Modulators
  • Thyratrons

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Software Engineering

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Hall-Effect Thruster