Photoconductive pulse power switches: A review
Abstract
This paper reviews the state of development and discusses the operational considerations of photoconductive power switch (PCPS) technology that has recently been used to generate very fast rising, high-power pulses. The rationale for using PCPSs is discussed along with the advantages of this type of switch in high-power pulse systems. The operational considerations are discussed, and the resultant operational characteristics that are dependent on the material parameters of several photoconductive materials are presented and compared. Areas for additional research and development of PCPSs are also presented.
- Publication:
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Presented at the 5th IEEE Pulsed Power Conf
- Pub Date:
- March 1985
- Bibcode:
- 1985pupo.confR....N
- Keywords:
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- High Voltages;
- Photoconductors;
- Pulse Generators;
- Recombination Coefficient;
- Silicon;
- Switches;
- Spark Gaps;
- Switching Circuits;
- Thyratrons;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering