Electromagnetic arc convolution and enhanced PTFE ablation for current interruption

Leon M. Shpanin; G. R. Jones; J. W. Spencer; J. E. Humpries

Electromagnetic arc convolution and enhanced PTFE ablation for current interruption

Leon M. Shpanin, G. R. Jones, J. W. Spencer, J. E. Humpries

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The use of an electromagnetically driven, convoluted electric arc in air along with PTFE ablation is described for the interruption of alternating currents. The approach is based upon electromagnetically attracting an annular atmospheric arc plasma column, during heavy current flow onto a PTFE cylinder containing a B field producing coil for enhancing PTFE ablation. Experimental results are presented to demonstrate the arc behaviour, the extent of the PTFE ablation and the occurrence of current interruption.

Original language	English
Pages	133-136
Publication status	Published - 2008
Event	International Conference on Gas Discharges and Their Applications - Cardiff, United Kingdom Duration: 7 Sept 2008 → 12 Sept 2008

Conference

Conference	International Conference on Gas Discharges and Their Applications
Abbreviated title	GD 2008
Country/Territory	United Kingdom
City	Cardiff
Period	7/09/08 → 12/09/08

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Electromagnetic arc convolution and enhanced PTFE ablation for current interruption

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