A new high power RSR solid state switch

19755 citationsJournal Article

Authors

R.A. Gardenghi · Westinghouse Electric (United States)

E.H. Hooper · Westinghouse Electric (United States)

Frank Zimmermann · Kirtland Air Force Base

Abstract

Solid state switch stack assemblies capable of switching 5,000 V and 5,000 A were demonstrated using new high current Reverse Switching Rectifier (RSR) switch elements. Device characteristics, circuit applications, and test results describe this breakthrough in high power switch technology.

Topics & Keywords

Silicon Carbide Semiconductor Technologies Semiconductor materials and devices Advancements in Semiconductor Devices and Circuit Design

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Affordable and clean energy

Publication Details

DOI: 10.1109/pesc.1975.7085597

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