Constructing a small EMP device?

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of constructing a small EMP device with a limited area effect for robot construction purposes. Participants suggest researching "vircators" and "explosively pumped flux compression generators" as potential options. However, there are concerns about the practicality and cost of creating such a device, with some expressing skepticism about its feasibility. The idea is also humorously mentioned as a potential senior prank, highlighting the interest in the concept. Overall, the conversation reflects a mix of curiosity and caution regarding small-scale EMP technology.
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Well, it's more or less for robot constructon thing. Does anyone know if it's possible to construct a small EMP device that'll only have a couple meters worth of area effect? If there is, any hint on how to do it, or how much it would cost? Everything that I've found so far includes some type of nuclear detonation...

Thanks :)
 
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Zeteg said:
Well, it's more or less for robot constructon thing. Does anyone know if it's possible to construct a small EMP device that'll only have a couple meters worth of area effect? If there is, any hint on how to do it, or how much it would cost? Everything that I've found so far includes some type of nuclear detonation...

Thanks :)

Try a web search for "vircator", and/or "explosively pumped flux compression generator". One link that looks reasonable is:

http://www.bluestarbase.org/ebomb3.htm
 
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Thank you very much :)
Doesn't seem toooo feasible to make though =(
 
Oh! That would be the greatest senior prnak ever! hehe
 
Cosmo16 said:
Oh! That would be the greatest senior prnak ever! hehe

Though rather expensive :P
 
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