Abstract
Self-consistent effects on the starting current of gyrotron oscillators are examined. Field profiles in the open cavity are shown to be sensitive to the interaction dynamics. This can either significantly raise or lower the oscillation threshold, particularly for the low-Q modes. The transition from resonant-mode oscillations at the low magnetic field to backward-wave oscillations at the high magnetic field is demonstrated.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1415-1420 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | International Journal of Infrared and Millimeter Waves |
Volume | 24 |
Issue number | 9 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 2003 |
Keywords
- Gyrotron oscillator
- Open cavity
- Self-consistent field profile
- Start-oscillation current