the thyratron fires
1Pulse forming network — A Pulse Forming Network (PFN) accumulates electrical energy over a comparatively long time, then releases the stored energy in the form of a relatively square pulse of comparatively short duration for various pulsed power applications. In… …
2Spark gap — A spark gap consists of an arrangement of two conducting electrodes separated by a gap usually filled with a gas such as air. When a suitable voltage is supplied, a spark forms, ionizing the gas and drastically reducing its electrical resistance …
3Dimmer — For the New Zealand band, see Dimmer (band). A common dual dimmer manufactured by Electronic Theatre Controls (ETC) …
