Apparatus and methods for generating electromagnetic radiation
US9245730B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 24, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01J61/84
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for generating electromagnetic radiation includes an envelope, a vortex generator configured to generate a vortexing flow of liquid along an inside surface of the envelope, first and second electrodes within the envelope configured to generate a plasma arc therebetween, and an insulative housing associated surrounding at least a portion of an electrical connection to one of the electrodes. The apparatus further includes a shielding system configured to block electromagnetic radiation emitted by the arc to prevent the electromagnetic radiation from striking all inner surfaces of the insulative housing. The apparatus further includes a cooling system configured to cool the shielding system.
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