Cathode Life Prediction

Abstract

This report describes the operational characteristics and measurement procedures associated with the Cathode Life Test Facility. The facility was designed to perform periodic emission testing on various types of thermionic cathode emitters operating under simulated life test conditions. Established calibration procedures are outlined and recently measurement and operating temperature determination techniques are discussed, as well as additional formats for data presentation and analysis. The software source code for the life test temperature is also provided. A method to facilitate recognition and differentiation between computer data files is described and comprehensive inventory documentation including pertinent data log sheets are presented.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1991
Accession Number
ADA245697

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  • Robert Macior
  • Ronald Jardieu

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  • Energy and Power Technologies

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