How does a voltage doubler work?

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The voltage doubler circuit discussed operates by utilizing capacitors and diodes to effectively double the input voltage when a jumper is inserted. This configuration allows the circuit to charge the capacitors in a way that the output voltage reaches approximately twice the input voltage. The explanation provided emphasizes the role of the jumper in altering the circuit's behavior, leading to increased output voltage. For a comprehensive understanding, the Wikipedia article on voltage multipliers is recommended as a foundational resource.

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Hi, I have this voltage doubler circuit that we built in lab:

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We're told that, with the jumper inserted, the output voltage is about twice as great as without the jumper. We didn't need to prove this theoretically, but for my own curiosity, I was wondering if someone could give a clear, thorough explanation of why this works. When I search online, I see circuits that are similar but not quite the same, and kind of short answers that I don't quite understand. Thanks!
 
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