Characterisation of three-electrode spark gap used in Mogul-D

M.P. Wilson, S.J. MacGregor, I. Timoshkin, K.J. Thomas, M.A. Sinclair

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Abstract

This study focuses on the characterization of a spark gap closing switch used by AWE in their Mogul-D and other pulsed power facilities at Aldermaston. The switch is a dc-charged, three-electrode spark gap. The effect of the polarity and magnitude of the charging voltage is investigated. Aspects of switching performance have also been investigated using a 10-stage Marx generator, capable of producing output pulses in the region of 750 kV. A D-dot field probe, flush-mounted in the earth electrode of the switch, is used as a diagnostic to monitor the switching characteristics.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationICOPS 2007
Subtitle of host publicationIEEE 34th International Conference on Plasma Science, 2007
Place of PublicationAlbuquerque
PublisherIEEE
Pages359-359
Number of pages1
ISBN (Print)9781424409150
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2007
EventICOPS 2007. IEEE 34th International Conference on Plasma Science - Albuquerque, United States
Duration: 17 Jun 200722 Jun 2007

Conference

ConferenceICOPS 2007. IEEE 34th International Conference on Plasma Science
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAlbuquerque
Period17/06/0722/06/07

Keywords

  • breakdown voltage
  • collaboration
  • delay effects
  • hydrodynamics
  • jitter
  • pulse generation
  • sparks
  • sulfur hexafluoride
  • switches
  • terrestrial atmosphere

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