Electrodes for multi-point ignition using single or multiple transient plasma discharges
US9377002B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 20, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 30, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05H1/471
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device for providing ignition of a fuel-air mixture using a transient plasma discharge is provided. The device includes an anode coupled to receive a voltage; and a cathode disposed in proximity to the anode and coupled to a ground, wherein at least one of the anode and the cathode includes a protrusion that enhances an electric field formed between the anode and the cathode, the protrusion forming a sharp edge defining a plurality of points, each point forming a path of shortest distance between the anode and the cathode.
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