Tesla transformer accelerator for the production of intense relativistic electron beams

Abstract

A resonant transformer high-voltage (HV) generator is described that delivers a 1.1-MV peak on the HV head of the secondary circuit. The HV head feeds a field emission diode that gives out a 6-kA/20-nsec electron beam. High repetition rates, up to 3 pulses/sec (power supply limited), have been attained with foilless diodes. Design details and electron beam characteristics are given and discussed.