Abstract
WE agree entirely with Mr. Berz that an arc discharge is not essential for the ignition of inflammable gas, but we cannot agree with his statement that the multiple breakdowns shown in his records have none of the characteristics of an arc discharge. We suggest that they are transient arcs of very short duration in which the current is relatively constant as is the voltage, although its value is appreciably greater than that in a sustained discharge.
This is a preview of subscription content, access via your institution
Access options
Subscribe to this journal
Receive 51 print issues and online access
$199.00 per year
only $3.90 per issue
Buy this article
- Purchase on Springer Link
- Instant access to full article PDF
Prices may be subject to local taxes which are calculated during checkout
Similar content being viewed by others
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Rights and permissions
About this article
Cite this article
NETHERCOT, W., RIDDLESTONE, H. Effects of Arc Stage of Electrical Discharge on Ignition of Inflammable Gas. Nature 183, 669–670 (1959). https://doi.org/10.1038/183669b0
Issue Date:
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/183669b0
Comments
By submitting a comment you agree to abide by our Terms and Community Guidelines. If you find something abusive or that does not comply with our terms or guidelines please flag it as inappropriate.
