Factors affecting the operation of laser-triggered gas switch (LTGS) with multi-electrode spark gap

S.J. MacGregor; I. Timoshkin; M.J. Given; R.A. Fouracre; J. Lehr; L. Warne

doi:10.1109/PPPS.2007.4651808

Factors affecting the operation of laser-triggered gas switch (LTGS) with multi-electrode spark gap

S.J. MacGregor, I. Timoshkin, M.J. Given, R.A. Fouracre, J. Lehr, L. Warne

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Abstract

Multi-electrode spark switches can be used for switching applications at elevated voltages or for command triggering. Symmetrical field graded electrodes allow the electrical stress across individual gaps to be controlled, thus maximising the hold off voltage and reducing switch pre-fire. The paper considers some aspects of multielectrode switch design and their influence on switching behavior. Non-symmetrical, uni-directional electrode topologies can be employed with advantages over traditional symmetrical design. The choice of working gas and gas pressure can influence switching performance in terms of delay-time and jitter. Transient analysis of switch characteristics has been undertaken in order to understand multi-electrode switching.

Original language	English
Pages	140-143
Number of pages	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/PPPS.2007.4651808
Publication status	Published - 2007
Event	16th IEEE International Pulsed Power Conference, 2007 - Albuquerque, United States Duration: 17 Jun 2007 → …

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Conference	16th IEEE International Pulsed Power Conference, 2007
Country/Territory	United States
City	Albuquerque
Period	17/06/07 → …

Keywords

electrodes
stress control
gas lasers
jitter
sparks

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