Microwave Sources Utilizing Linear Induction Accelerators

Progress has been reported in a continuing effort to develop pulsed, high-power microwave signal sources based on (1) oscillators in the form of relativistic magnetrons containing transparent cathodes, and (2) hybrid antenna/ amplifiers powered via electronbeam generators. The underlying concept is that a compact, high-power microwave source could be constructed by integrating an electron-beam accelerator with a radiating antenna and an electrodynamic-interaction space.