Variable Repetition Rate Simulation of Magnetic Pulse Compression-Based Pulse Power Supply

This study focuses on the analysis of the electrical impact of varying the repetition rate in magnetic pulse compression (MPC)-based pulse power supply (PPS). While these systems are generally designed for fixed repetition frequency, applications such as exciting the copper vapor laser (CVL) require the flexibility to adjust the repetition rate based on the dimensions of the laser head. In this research, a simulation model of the PPS is used to investigate the effects of marginal deliberate changes in the operating repetition rate to find the frequency tolerance in the PPS. Specifically, the PPS designed for operation at 9 kHz is tested with three different repetition rates: 7 kHz, 9 kHz, and 11 kHz. This study aims to provide insights into the electrical behavior of the PPS when the repetition rate is varied, enabling a better understanding and optimization of the system for the excitation of copper vapor lasers.