On the optimization of the magneto-plasma compressor power supply system

TL;DR

This paper experimentally studies the power supply system of a miniature magneto-plasma compressor, analyzing voltage drops and efficiency based on circuit parameters and initial conditions.

Contribution

It provides new experimental data and electrical analysis on the power efficiency and voltage behavior of the magneto-plasma compressor's low-voltage power supply system.

Findings

Voltage drop remains constant during discharge.

Power efficiency depends on initial capacitor voltage and circuit parameters.

Discharge voltage and circuit parameters significantly influence system performance.

Abstract

The work of the miniature magneto-plasma compressor with the low-voltage power supply system was studied experimentally and the current and discharge voltage drop were measured. It was found that the voltage drop (a few tens of volts) remains practically constant during discharge. Performed electrical analysis allowed to determine the power efficiency of the supply system depending on the initial capacitor voltage, the discharge voltage and circuit parameters (capacitance, inductance, resistance).