AFC generator development
Abstract
By adapting the disk generator tested by Fowler, Hoeberling, and Marsh, the advanced flux compression (AFC) generator is able to produce a maximum dI/dt that is greater than 3 MA/microsecond. This current rise characteristic results in an inductive voltage across a 0.5-nH load of greater than or equal to 1.5 kV. This has been achieved with high gain, low loss, and a compact size. The AFC generator has been tested in four shots, and is performing beyond initial goals.
- Publication:
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NASA STI/Recon Technical Report N
- Pub Date:
- February 1995
- Bibcode:
- 1995STIN...9527754F
- Keywords:
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- Armatures;
- Electric Generators;
- High Voltages;
- Performance Tests;
- Pulse Generators;
- Electric Current;
- Electric Potential;
- High Gain;
- Inductance;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering