A simple high frequency, noise generated direct drive simulator

Arbitrary waveform generators (AWGs) have recently been used in the area of EMP (electromagnetic pulse) to duplicate simulator measured waveforms on cable bundles with a high degree of fidelity. Unfortunately, with the advent of MIL-STD-2169A, the operating speed of AWGs does not allow the extension of this approach to address the new threats. A novel, alternative approach for generating these signals on cable bundles that uses white noise sources is presented. Because noise generators are inexpensive and broadband, high-frequency capabilities for the induced transients can be achieved with little technology development. >