My 60,000 Watt Tesla coil

in #physics7 years ago

I made a quick video to show my progress over the last few months.
Quick, because I did not add an audio track or text explaining what you are seeing.
I'm just not good at it and so it takes a long time to get it in a presentable form.

So let me tell you here.

  • 0-0.08: We had build a system to generate roughly 1.5 MV in short pulses. That was useful in some experiments but for other measurements we need a more constant operation.
  • 0.08-0.36: To achieve this we would need much more power and control over that power. Also we don't want to produce mayhem on the net so we needed a generator. We got a 100 KVA diesel generator.
  • 0.36-0.42: Since we have 2 HV transformers we would be better of with a 2 phase supply rather than 3 phase, so we rewired the generator to give 440V (phase-phase)
  • 0.42-0.50: this power goes to our two HV transformers.
  • 0.50-0.53: we ti-rapped all the wires from the secondary to the wooden frame (that was only done partially before)
  • 0.54-1:44: I made this arduino controlled static spark-gap which you can set to any voltage (spark distance) and it has some extra features (like discharging the capacitors).
  • 1:44-1.59: first test, notice the smoke rising next to the red ("extra") coil
  • 2:00: see the damage that the sparks do on the spark gap
  • 2.02: and... that was where the smoke came from
  • 2:04-2.17: repairs on the secondary coil

the process of testing and repairing is repeated a couple of times
around 2.52-2.55 the coil seems to work fine, but then it fails again.

  • 3.10: lots of silicone kit used....
  • 3.22: but the problem remains...

Now, I am rebuilding the coil...

Enjoy the video!

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Fantastic, my friend @mage00000!

Thank you for sharing your progress with us all. I'm glad I got back here before the payout window closed... Re-Steemed!

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@creatr

P.S. I love your adjustable spark gap, very clever.

And it is obvious that you have an amazing amount of thought, $$$, and labor tied up in this. I wish you the best of success, and look forward to future news.

Thanks, for your vote, the re-steem and your support!

You are quite welcome. :D

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The world need this intention, it would help solve our energy needs in the future

That is what I've been trying to tell on this blog.

AWESOME!!!

Fun little plaything, ain't it? :)

Fun... yes! Little... not quite!

nice post! :)

Thank you! :)

Meeen you are solving many energy problems in the world
THIS IS THe FUTURE

Innovative company indeed

look like is so extreem

This is awesome! So much ingenuity in one video. I love when people work with electricity and the complexities of it. Can't wait to see future updates. Thanks for sharing :)

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