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Pulse Capacitors for Next Generation Linear Colliders--Nanomaterials Research Corporation, 2620 Trade Center Avenue, Longmont, CO 80503-7551; 303-702-1672
Dr. Yuval Avniel, Principal Investigator
Ms. Molly M. W. Kostelecky, Business Official
DOE Grant No. DE-FG03-99ER82840
Amount: $100,000
Research and development programs in high energy physics require pulse capacitors with low series inductance and high capacitance at high voltages. In addition, it is also desirable that the capacitor network be compact and able to survive partial voltage reversal during non-standard conditions. This project will develop nanostructured capacitors based on proprietary formulations that exhibit these unique properties. It is expected that the network of these capacitors will be able to meet the requirements of Next Generation Linear Colliders. Phase I will develop nanostructured formulations, and produce and test one hundred proof-of-concept nanostructured capacitors.
Commercial Applications and Other Benefits as described by the awardee: Future linear colliders, medical imaging, and high-voltage, pulse-power components should all benefit from this technology. Also, the technology could provide significant reductions in operating costs of high energy linear colliders and electric vehicles. Lighting products are another large commercial market.