Geometrical Effects of Exploding Film on Plasma Formation

Abstract

Metallized polypropylene films (MPPF) can serve as an alternate for exploding wires in many applications. Compared to wires, MPPF is more structurally robust and can be shaped more easily for specific applications. If long films are desired, the film can be shaped to fit a variety of geometries. In our experiments, MPPF as along as 13 have exhibited plasma formation. Experiments were performed to analyze the effect of the geometry of the film, and its orientation on transient plasma formation. Tests with flat geometries and semi-circular geometries were conducted. The results have been analyzed and are presented.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA609058

Entities

People

  • A. Kraus
  • H. Moore
  • Harpreet Singh
  • J. Zirnheld
  • K. Burke
  • M. J. Donadio
  • M. Sussmann
  • P. Strzempka

Organizations

  • University at Buffalo

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Charged Particles
  • Dwell Time
  • Electric Fields
  • Energy
  • Energy Systems
  • Exploding Wires
  • Gases
  • Geometry
  • New York
  • Orientation (Direction)
  • Physical Properties
  • Power
  • Pulsed Power
  • Resistance
  • Thickness
  • Voltage
  • Waveforms

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Explosive Engineering.
  • Pulsed Power and Plasma Physics.