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ELECTRICAL SPARK-GAP

Patent ·
OSTI ID:4702393

A spark-gap capable of closing readily and almost instantaneously an electric circuit through which a very intense current is to pass has a gap in the shape of a bell (solid of revolution). The external electrode has, at the top of the bell, one or two small trigger electrodes connected to elements for furnishing the appropriate electrical impulse. A double spark-gap using a central electrode common to both spark-gaps and placed between the two external electrodes is also described. (D.C.W.)

Research Organization:
Originating Research Org. not identified
NSA Number:
NSA-17-030842
OSTI ID:
4702393
Report Number(s):
GB 930170
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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