Double loop output system for magnetron

摘要

A magnetron comprises an anode ring concentrically disposed around and spaced from a cathode. The anode ring further comprises a plurality of anode vanes extending radially toward the cathode with cavities being defined between adjacent ones of the plurality of anode vanes. One of the plurality of anode vanes provides an output vane whereby a high power microwave signal is developed in first and second output cavities disposed at either respective side of the output vane. The high power microwave signal is coupled out of both the first and second output cavities by a coaxial transmission line that includes first and second coupling loops disposed in the first and second output cavities, respectively. The output vane further comprises an opening at a central portion thereof. The first and second coupling loops share a common central portion that extends through the opening of the output vane without contacting the output vane. The common central portion extends outwardly of the anode ring to permit communication of the high power microwave signal therefrom. The output circuit further comprises an outer body portion that engages a corresponding bore extending axially through the anode ring. The first and second coupling loops are coupled to an end of the outer body portion that engages the anode ring. The first and second coupling loops are oriented substantially perpendicular to the output vane. The output circuit further comprises an antenna for communication of the high power microwave signal therefrom.