Vortex arc generator and method of controlling the length of the arc
US5374802A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 31, 1992 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2012 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05H1/3468
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A DC plasma arc generator and method of operation to reduce erosion of the internal parts. The arc generator includes a generally cylindrical anode and a generally cylindrical interelectrode 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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