Title :
Electrostatic sources of electric power
Author_Institution :
Associate professor of electrical engineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, Mass.
fDate :
6/1/1947 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Because they are inherent in the structure of matter, electrostatic phenomena were noted and recorded even in ancient times. However, neglect of their practical application to the generation and utilization of electric power has resulted from the slow development of insulating media. From this viewpoint, the author examines the voltageinsulating qualities of compressed gases and high vacuum and the prospects for obtaining compact machinery so insulated.
Keywords :
Belts; Electric fields; Electric potential; Electrostatics; Generators; Insulation; Power systems;
Journal_Title :
Electrical Engineering
DOI :
10.1109/EE.1947.6443559
