Performance analysis of bipolar Marx generator topologies with input switch charging and inductive charging method

This paper deals with design, simulations and comparison of various bipolar Marx topologies. Output voltage pulse specifications are 10 kV, % voltage droop − 10%, PRF − 1kHz and pulse width of 5μsec. The features of inductive charging and charging through input switch is analyzed. Bipolar Marx generator with six switches, five switches and four switch topologies are designed and simulated. These solid-state circuits are charged through a diode and switch. During the erection mode, a pulse current of kiloampere range of short duration is passing through this switch. A comparative analysis is carried out on the output pulse parameters for the Marx modulators.