Marx Generator
Author: Brian, Jay, Jimbo, & Tim
Also known as Erektatron, we have built a 10-stage 400kV Marx Generator which has been used for entertainment as well as research. Each stage consists of 15 40kV doorknob caps for a total of 30nF. All in all, it does not store that much energy.
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