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Computational method for the dispersion relation of a pulsed Cerenkov free electron maser system

  • Department of Electrical Engineering
  • University of Liverpool

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Abstract

We have constructed a Cerenkov maser oscillator designed to operate at 16. 9 GHz with a solid electron beam accelerated to 70kV, using an alumina tube, fitted into a copper pipe. The measurements of the dispersion curves for such a cavity of various dielectrically loaded structures are presented. A method for calculating efficiently the dispersion curve of a cylindrical Cerenkov free electron device having a small gap between the dielectric liner and the waveguide wall is also described. In any practical realisation, such a gap cannot be avoided and the results obtained here indicate that the dispersion curve can be very sensitive to its thickness.

Original languageEnglish
Pages763-766
Number of pages4
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2003
Externally publishedYes
Event14th IEEE International Pulsed Power Conference - Dallas, TX, United States
Duration: 15 Jun 200318 Jun 2003

Conference

Conference14th IEEE International Pulsed Power Conference
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityDallas, TX
Period15/06/0318/06/03

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