A Proposed Method for the Production of Short R-F Pulses
Abstract
This report describes and analyzes a proposed method for the production of short, high-power r-f pulses. Using a relatively low-power c-w or comparatively long-pulser-f generator, r-f energy is built up and stored in a resonant cavity in the form of a standing wave. After the stored energy has reached a high level it is discharged into the load in the form of a short, high-power r-f pulse. If the c-w charging source is used, it should be possible to obtain phase-coherent pulses. Analysis and tests show that a significant increase in peak pulse power over that of the charging source can be expected with the proposed storage system. The principal problem to be solved is the construction of a low-loss, high-speed switch which will confine the r-f energy to the cavity during the charging period and yet permit the rapid and complete discharge of this energy to the load at the desired time.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 06, 1952
- Accession Number
- AD1218793
Entities
People
- G. P. Ohman
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory