Title :
Advanced modeling of an exploding flux compression generator using lumped element models of magnetic diffusion
Author :
Giesselmann, Michael G. ; Heeren, T. ; Neuber, A.A. ; Kristiansen, M.
Author_Institution :
Pulsed Power Lab., Texas Tech. Univ., Lubbock, TX, USA
Abstract :
Summary form only given. This paper describes an advanced PSpice model, which is used to complement the experimental work on explosive flux compression generators. This work is conducted at Texas Tech University in the framework of a MURI program. The results from the model are compared to two different generator designs. To achieve better fidelity of the model, the effect of transient current diffusion into the conductors of the generator is modeled by using a ladder network with many concentric layers of each current carrying conductor. For the optimum accuracy, the spacing of the concentric layers is closest at the surface of the conductor. The paper shows the results of the calculations for the various models and compares them with experimental data.
Keywords :
pulse generators; pulsed power supplies; MURI program; PSpice model; concentric layer spacing; current carrying conductor; exploding flux compression generator; generator designs; ladder network; lumped element models; magnetic diffusion; transient current diffusion; Conductors; Energy management; Engineering management; Explosives; Laboratories; Magnetic flux; Power engineering and energy; Power generation;
Conference_Titel :
Pulsed Power Plasma Science, 2001. IEEE Conference Record - Abstracts
Conference_Location :
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-7141-0
DOI :
10.1109/PPPS.2001.960857