Multi-filament triggering of PCSS for high current utilizing VCSEL triggers

We are developing advanced optically-activated solid-state switch technology for Firing Sets. Advanced switch development at Sandia has demonstrated multikA/ kV switching and the path for scalability to even higher current/power, resulting in good prospects for sprytron replacement and other even hi...

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Main Authors: Mar, Alan, Serkland, D. K., Keeler, G. A., Roose, L. D., Geib, K. M., Loubriel, G. M., Zutavern, F. J.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Apertures
Arrays
Delay
Optical device fabrication
Optical switches
Surface emitting lasers
Vertical cavity surface emitting lasers
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Summary:We are developing advanced optically-activated solid-state switch technology for Firing Sets. Advanced switch development at Sandia has demonstrated multikA/ kV switching and the path for scalability to even higher current/power, resulting in good prospects for sprytron replacement and other even higher current pulsed power switching applications. Realization of this potential requires development of new optical sources/switches based on key Sandia photonic device technologies: vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) and photoconductive semiconductor switch (PCSS) devices.
ISSN:2158-4915
2158-4923
DOI:10.1109/PPPS.2007.4652358