Method and apparatus for generating an electric arc

Details Method and apparatus for generating an electric arc Method and apparatus for generating an electric arc

2008-01-08

2008-01-08

Paschall, Mark (Department: 3742)

Electric heating

Metal heating

By arc

C219S121570, C219S121540, C219S121520, C315S111210

Reexamination Certificate

active

07317171

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for reducing the gap resistance between two electrodes, such as the electrodes used fusion splicing one optical fiber to another, by injecting negative ions into the gas or gasses that are located between the electrodes. As a result, the voltage that is required to cause dielectric breakdown and initiation of the electrical arc is drastically reduced.

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