1-6 GHz 10 kW amplifier system - MRD rev 14Nov24.pdf
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This is a Minimum Requirements Document (MRD) for an amplifier system required by the 711 HPW/RHDR for high peak power continuous and pulsed microwave research. The document outlines technical specifications for replacing obsolete equipment that is causing research delays due to constant transmitter failures.
The required amplifier system must operate in the 1-6 GHz frequency range with CW/AM/FM/PM modulation capability and 8-10 kW continuous wave minimum power output. Key technical requirements include input power of 1 dBm, SMA or N type input connectors, 50-ohm impedance, GPIB/ethernet/USB communication, minimum 500 kHz PRF, pulse width <1 μs, and various protection features. The system must be compatible with facility infrastructure including 480V 3φ or 208V 3φ input voltage, 150A input current, and 55°F water cooling. Desired delivery is 18 months ADC. The document includes a power output versus frequency graph showing minimum required performance characteristics across the operating range.
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Minimum Requirements Document
Amplifier System
Document Date: 14 November 2024
Background & Scope: 711 HPW/RHDR currently requires equipment capable of providing high peak power continuous and pulsed microwaves. The equipment presently utilized in high peak power pulsed microwave research at 711 HPW/RHDR has far surpassed its projected lifespan and replacement parts are obsolete. Constant transmitter failure is causing significant research delays and replacing the equipment is the only solution for 711 HPW/RHDR to continue to meet mission bioeffects research requirements. The required amplifier system will replace the capabilities of the current amplifier, but also enhance the peak output power, pulse repetition rate, and pulse width capabilities. The new amplifier system must meet stated minimum requirements (preferably the desired specifications as well), while also being compatible with the input voltage and current available within the facility.
Requirements/Salient Characteristics:
The amplifier system must meet the following requirements:
• Minimum range: 1-6 GHz frequency
• Modulation: CW/AM/FM/PM capability
• Input Power: 1 dBm (< 10dBm – desired)
• Input connectors: SMA or N type
• Output Connectors: Appropriate for frequency and power, and readily adapts to highly directive antenna (ie Horn Antenna >15dBi)
• 50-ohm input/output impedance
• Communication: GPIB, ethernet, or USB
• Embedded control system – desired
• Internal monitoring: Forward power, Reverse power, Operating voltages, Operating currents, Faults – desired
• The unit includes a built-in directional coupler and is capable of accurate power metering within +/- 0.5 db
• Integrated sample ports for monitoring forward and reverse power
• Protection: Input overdrive, VSWR protection, Fault shutdown
• Continuous Wave Minimum Power Output (PSat): 8 kW - 10 kW frequency dependent (see
Figure 1)
• Manual Gain Control (MGC Mode), Automatic Gain Control (AGC), Automatic level control
(ALC)
• Minimum PRF: 500 kHz (500 kHz - 1 MHz – desired)
• Minimum Pulse Width: < 1 µs
• Rise time and fall time < 100 ns – desired
• Input Voltage 480V 3 or 208V 3 available in facility
• Input Current: 150A available in facility
• Cooling: water cooled – 55°F water cooling loop available in facility
• Delivery 18 Months ADC – desired
Figure 1 Minimum characteristics for Continuous wave power output with respect to the operating frequency.
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