ISSN:
1432-0649
Keywords:
42.55.Gp
;
42.60.By
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract A standard corona preionized XeCl laser prototype has been excited by a very simple L-C circuit consisting of a large storage capacitance charged at relatively low voltage (12 kV) and discharged via a switch on the electrodes, tightly coupled with the peaking capacitors. The resulting overvoltage following the switch closure behaves as an effective and automatic prepulse, providing a homogeneous discharge lasting up to 400 ns. Energy output levels of the order of 150 mJ at 1.4% overall efficiency have been achieved.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00325190
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