J W Pye 1978 J. Phys. E: Sci. Instrum. 11 825 doi:10.1088/0022-3735/11/8/029
J W Pye
Show affiliationsA simple electrical isolation device is described, which incorporates an insulating porous core to assist in electron-ion recombination. Designed for isolating an ion thruster from its mercury propellant feed system, it has resulted in stand-off voltages in excess of 7 kV at normal operating mercury vapour pressures. Breakdown investigations, leading to the final design, have been included and these show that operation as a controlled high-voltage switch is possible. Some of the life-limiting operating factors have been identified.
07.50.-e Electrical and electronic instruments and components
Issue 8 (August 1978)
J W Pye 1978 J. Phys. E: Sci. Instrum. 11 825
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