Low Distortion RF Amplifier Video Pulses

Modern high energy particle accelerators require that the high power r.f. amplifiers generate r.f. waveforms which are essentially distortion free. This usually is accomplished through the use of very expensive and complicated high power regulation equipment. This paper will discuss an alternate, relatively simple means of obtaining this regulation through the use of a unique high vacuum switch tube used directly in series with the r.f. amplifier.