Klystron Phase Shifting Question: Maximizing Output with Parallel Connection

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i have a simple question about klystrons.
okay if i need say a 2 Mw rf pulse but i only have 10 200kw klystrons. assuming no regular losses. Can I connect these 10 klystrons in parallel. Do I need to phase shift the inputs of 9 to syncronize the outputs? Can I operate them continuously or will there be drift and phase shift correction needed on every pulse? what would be the maximum number of klystrons i could do this? Would this be the same as a multi beam klystron?
my desired output would be a flat top square wave pulse.
I wish I was smart like everyone here.
thanks
 
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