Status Of The Upgraded Version Of The NRL Gamble II Pulse Power Generator
Abstract
The GAMBLE II water dielectric pulse power generator, in 1970, was the forerunner of the high energy (>50 kJ) class of water dielectric generators. It has been redesigned internally to make maximum use of its original outer conductor shell and to optimize it for the positive polarity mode of operation for positive ion beam experimentation. The new design also initiates the use of an oil dielectric multi-channel switch at the output of the pulse forming line. This switch, because of its low capacitance, eliminates the need for an extra prepulse switch. The upgraded version has been tested up to power and energy levels which are nearly twice the original.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA637389
Entities
People
- J. D. Shipman Jr.
- J. K. Burton
- John R. Boller
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory