Foundations of Pulsed Power Technology

By Jane Lehr (Author)

First Edition

Published by Wiley-IEEE Press

Dimensions: 6.2 x 1.5 x 9.1 inches

ISBN-10: 111862839X

ISBN-13: 978-1118628393

Publication Date: July 24, 2017

Print Length: 672 pages

This book delves into the fundamental aspects of pulse power technology, providing a detailed exploration to optimize this technology in modern engineering settings. Pulsed power technologies hold potential for numerous advanced applications but require refinement to meet current market demands for low-energy consumption. This comprehensive guide offers insights into enhancing pulsed power systems for today’s and tomorrow’s needs.

It focuses on the design and construction of essential components, as well as their optimal integration for high-performance synergy within a complete pulsed power system. Packed with practical examples, this book covers various topics including Marx generators and Marx-like circuits; pulse transformers; pulse-forming lines; closing switches; opening switches; multi-gigawatt to multi-terawatt systems; energy storage in capacitor banks; electrical breakdown in gases, solids, liquids, and vacuum; pulsed voltage and current measurements; electromagnetic interference and noise suppression; and EM topology for interference control.