CPC H01T 1/22 (2013.01) [H01T 19/00 (2013.01)] | 15 Claims |
1. A device for generating broad spectrum ultraviolet radiation, the device comprising:
an adjustable spark gap of metallic solids, the spark gap comprising:
a first electrode coupled to a first heatsink, and
a second electrode coupled to a second heatsink, the second electrode spaced apart and opposite from the first electrode;
a variable capacitor configured to discharge a voltage through the spark gap to generate broad spectrum ultraviolet radiation;
a voltage source; and
a controller configured to control the variable capacitor,
wherein the first electrode is formed from a first metallic solid and the second electrode is formed from a second metallic solid, and the ultraviolet radiation generated is in the 140 nm to 400 nm range.
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