Flux Compression Generator

Glossary term: Flux Compression Generator

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01 Executive_Summary

A device that compresses magnetic flux (and thus amplifies current/voltage) using explosives. NumerEx modeled explosive flux-compression generators with the MACH2 code for LANL.

02 Definition

A device that compresses magnetic flux (and thus amplifies current/voltage) using explosives. NumerEx modeled explosive flux-compression generators with the MACH2 code for LANL.

Related terms: Pulsed Power NumerEx MACH2

03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Overview

A device that compresses magnetic flux (and thus amplifies current/voltage) using explosives. NumerEx modeled explosive flux-compression generators with the MACH2 code for LANL.

Role: Glossary term: Flux Compression Generator

Entity Type: Concept — Flux Compression Generator is a technical concept or theoretical framework.

Technical Definition

A device that compresses magnetic flux (and thus amplifies current/voltage) using explosives. NumerEx modeled explosive flux-compression generators with the MACH2 code for LANL.

Related Concepts: Pulsed Power, NumerEx, MACH2

07 Key_Findings

▸ Role: Glossary term: Flux Compression Generator
▸ Entity Type: Concept — Flux Compression Generator is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
▸ Related Concepts: Pulsed Power, NumerEx, MACH2

09 Timeline_Mentions (3)

1992

Joint US-Russian MAGO MTF collaboration begins

LANL and VNIIEF begin joint magnetized target fusion experiments using explosive pulsed power.

international-programs

1993

MACH2 Explosive Model Developed

John J. Watrous and Michael H. Frese of NumerEx develop a dynamic explosive model for the MACH2 code to simulate explosive magnetic flux compression generators for LANL.

fusion-physics

2019

Army MFC Generator Presentation

Dr. George Vunni of the US Army Research Laboratory presents on compact explosively-driven magnetic flux compression generators.

defense-programs

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10 FAQ

What is Flux Compression Generator? ▾

A device that compresses magnetic flux (and thus amplifies current/voltage) using explosives. NumerEx modeled explosive flux-compression generators with the MACH2 code for LANL.

When did Flux Compression Generator appear in the research timeline? ▾

Flux Compression Generator is referenced in 3 timeline events, including "Joint US-Russian MAGO MTF collaboration begins" (1992). The full timeline provides chronological context for all documented activities.

What does the deep dive analysis reveal about Flux Compression Generator? ▾

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Last updated: 2026-08-09