Energy Storage Ebook 

The Role of Capacitors in High-Energy Pulsed Power Systems 

Pulsed power systems play a critical role in applications where energy must be delivered in fast, precisely controlled bursts. Whether in fusion research, defense systems, particle accelerators, or advanced medical equipment, these systems rely on capacitors to meet the demanding electrical and thermal requirements of high-energy pulses. 

In this ebook, you will: 

• Gain insight into the role of RLC circuits and how their damping behavior shapes pulse delivery in advanced systems.
• Learn how to specify capacitors for high-energy pulse applications based on critical parameters like ESR, ESL, energy density, and power density.
• Explore how capacitor banks, Marx generators, and pulse forming networks work together to generate and shape extreme voltages and current surges.
• Get expert guidance on selecting capacitors that balance energy delivery, thermal performance, size, and reliability for demanding pulsed power applications. 

Download The Role of Capacitors in High-Energy Pulsed Power Systems to learn more. 

About the Author

Peter Matthews is the Director of Technical Marketing at Knowles Precision Devices. As a division of Knowles Corporation, Knowles Precision Devices (KPD) focuses on production of a wide variety of highly engineered capacitors and microwave to millimeter-wave components for use in critical applications in military, medical, electric vehicle, and 5G market segments. Peter has over 20 years of experience in technology sales, marketing, and product management.