DC plasma arc generator with erosion control and method of operation
US5296670A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 31, 1992 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2012 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05H1/3478
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A DC plasma arc generator and method of operation including a generally cylindrical anode divided into an arc constricting portion and an exit portion lined with refractory liners and having critical dimensions and spacing to allow introduction of vortical gas flows and stabilization of the primary arc thereby, reducing degradation and erosion of the generator.
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