Solid-State SOS-Based Generator Providing a Peak Power of 4 GW

Abstract

This paper describes a high-current nanosecond generator providing peak power of up to 4 GW, output voltage of 0.4–1 MV, pulse length of 8–10 ns, and pulse repetition rate of 300 Hz in the continuous mode and up to 1 kHz in the burst mode of operation. The average output power is up to 30 kW at a pulse repetition rate of 1 kHz. The generator is outfitted with an all-solid-state system of energy switching. The output pulse is formed by semiconductor opening switch diodes. The electric circuit and the design of the generator have been described. Experimental results have been given. A device for the elimination of prepulses across the load has been proposed. Testing results and numerical modeling of the device have been reported.