A mobile 2N megajoule pulser

T. Podlesak, R. Pastore, K. Fonda, H. Singh, S. Behr, M. Jusinski, J. Creedon

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Abstract

A completely mobile pulser system, capable of being built in two megajoules multiples, is described. The system consists of a power supply section, with a 1 megawatt diesel generator, which is housed in a 40 foot semitrailer, and a series of pulser modules, each capable of 2 megajoule energy storage, which may be housed in a variety of transportable containers. Each pulser module is a five section C type pulse forming network, controlled by triggered spark gaps. The five sections may be fired in any desired sequence, thus yielding any desired pulse waveform.Each pulser module measures 2 meters high by 6 meters long and less than 1 meter deep. As such, two such units may be mounted in a standard 20 foot shipping container or trailer, for a 4 MJ subsystem, or four in a forty foot container or trailer for an 8 MJ subsystem. Several of these subsystems may be arrayed together to provide an even larger pulser, transportable in sections in such containers. With the addition of the power supply section, such a system may be operated in a field setting, totally independent of power lines, since the power supply section holds not only the main charging generator but also a smaller auxiliary diesel generator for auxiliary power. Prior to installing the module in the mobile van it was assembled in the laboratory and its operation was evaluated. Satisfactory operation at 2 megajoules was demonstrated. Fault mode operation was also studied. The experimental observations are presented.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication20th Conference Record on Power Modulator Symposium, MODSYM 1992
Pages33-36
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)0780307186, 9780780307186
DOIs
StatePublished - 1992
Event20th Conference on Power Modulator Symposium, MODSYM 1992 - Myrtle Beach, United States
Duration: 23 Jun 199225 Jun 1992

Publication series

Name20th Conference Record on Power Modulator Symposium, MODSYM 1992

Conference

Conference20th Conference on Power Modulator Symposium, MODSYM 1992
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityMyrtle Beach
Period23/06/9225/06/92

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