Optimal Design of a Transformer-based Solid-State Pulse Modulator with a Damping Network for Ultra-Fast Rise Times

This paper presents an optimization procedure for a transformer-based solid-state pulse modulator with an additional damping network at the load. The design of the pulse transformer and the damping network are combined in the procedure, so that pulses with pulse lengths in the µs-range with a fast rise time and a compact transformer volume can be achieved.