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

The operation of a miniature magneto-plasma compressor with low-voltage power-supply system was studied experimentally and the current and voltage drop under discharge were measured. It was found that the voltage drop remains practically constant during discharge and amounts to a few tens of volts. The performed electrotechnical analysis made it possible to determine the efficiency of the power-supply system depending on the initial voltage of the energy storage, the discharge burning voltage and the discharge circuit parameters (capacitance, inductance, and resistance).