DocumentCode
1002108
Title
Metal vapor vacuum arc switching: Applications and results
Author
Cope, David ; Mongeau, Peter
Author_Institution
Francis Bitter National Magnet Laboratory and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA
Volume
20
Issue
2
fYear
1984
fDate
3/1/1984 12:00:00 AM
Firstpage
316
Lastpage
319
Abstract
A generalized introduction to vacuum arc switching as relevant for EM launcher applications is presented. Advantages of vacuum switches are given for comparision with alternative switching devices. Issues of importance for megampere current operation are discussed. Results indicative of the capabilities of vacuum switches are presented.
Keywords
Electromagnetic propulsion; Vacuum switches; Anodes; Cathodes; Electrodes; Electromagnetic launching; Interrupters; Surface discharges; Switches; Utility programs; Vacuum arcs; Vacuum breakdown;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Magnetics, IEEE Transactions on
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0018-9464
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/TMAG.1984.1063106
Filename
1063106
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