How Do Electrons Induce Different Electric Fields in Magnetrons and Klystrons?

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In summary: The reason why the book mentions "oscillating E field" for the magnetron and "retarding E field" for the klystron is because the type of electric field created by the electrons is different in each case. In summary, inducing electric field refers to the creation of an electric field by moving electrons, and this is used in devices like the magnetron and klystron to accelerate or slow down electrons for various purposes.
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Please explain "inducing electric field" which I found from reading about magnetron and klystron.

This is what I found from a book.

Magnetron: e- from cathode, forced by the pulsed voltage, go to the anode (in a sweeping motion due to mag. field) induce oscillating electric field at the ends of the anode opening.

Klystron: e- from the e-gun gets bunched in the initial buncher cavity and drifts to the catcher cavity where it induces retarding electric field (which forces the e- to slow down and the loss of KE is given off as microwave)

Why/how does electrons approaching something "induce" electric field.

And why for the magnetron the book says "oscillating E field" and for Klystron "retarding E field"

Thank you.
 
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Inducing electric field means that when electrons move in the vicinity of a conductor, they create an electric field in the vicinity of the conductor. This electric field can be used to accelerate the electrons, or slow them down. In the case of the magnetron, the electric field created by the electrons is oscillating (alternating between positive and negative). This is because the electrons move in a sweeping motion due to the magnetic field. In the case of the klystron, the electric field created by the electrons is retarding, which means it slows them down. This is because the electrons are bunched up in the initial buncher cavity and then drift to the catcher cavity, where the electric field created by the electrons forces them to slow down and lose kinetic energy, which is then given off as microwaves.
 

What is a Magnetron?

A Magnetron is a type of vacuum tube that is used to generate microwave radiation. It is commonly used in microwave ovens, radar systems, and other electronic devices.

What is a Klystron?

A Klystron is a type of vacuum tube that is used to amplify microwave signals. It is commonly used in high-power radar systems, particle accelerators, and other electronic devices.

What is the difference between a Magnetron and a Klystron?

The main difference between a Magnetron and a Klystron is their function. A Magnetron generates microwaves, while a Klystron amplifies microwaves. Additionally, a Klystron is typically larger and more complex than a Magnetron.

How does a Magnetron/Klystron work?

Both the Magnetron and Klystron use a high voltage to accelerate electrons towards a metal target. As the electrons move around the target, they generate microwaves. In a Klystron, these microwaves are then amplified and directed towards an output, while in a Magnetron, they are directed towards a waveguide.

What are some common uses for Magnetrons and Klystrons?

Magnetrons are commonly used in microwave ovens, radar systems, and industrial heating applications. Klystrons are commonly used in high-power radar systems, particle accelerators, and satellite communication systems.

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