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Talking Re: Silicon Controlled Rectifier

Not sure what the timing is on the robot controller, but you will need sensors and actuators with millisecond and microsecond response time and program proccessing. all solid state components(no mechanical relays). Also I'd recommend using optical isolators between any controls and components that may inadvertantly have HV. Another thing to consider is that HV will arc through are if both potentials are near each other, so use wires rated for HV/HC, if current is high enough you also may risk crushing the barrel of the coil gun, and keep computer equipment at a safe range as a EM Pulse may be generated at the time of firing. also when working with high voltage, have someone else around that can get medical help if you inadvertantly get a severe shock.
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