Stacked high-power avalanche-diode oscillators

Concepts

Electrical EngineeringEngineeringHigh-frequency DeviceNanoelectronicsElectronic EngineeringApplied PhysicsHigh-power Avalanche-diode OscillatorsCombined Power OutputsStacked DiodesCircuit ImpedancesPower ElectronicsMicroelectronicsElectronic Circuit

Abstract

Combined power outputs are obtained from high-efficiency avalanche-diode oscillators connected in series as a multiple-stacked unit. Increased circuit impedances for stacked diodes are measured. The results demonstrate the locking capability of such diodes and the prospect of attaining power levels in the kilowatt range.

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