Linear Pinch
Author: Jay & Tim
This was the first linear pinch experiment we have setup. It uses RF pre-ionization to make the plasma conductive. Then, via an externally triggered spark gap, a 30kV, 3.5uF cap bank is placed across the two hefty axial copper leads.
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