D14. Demonstration of the Wimshurst Machine
ELECTROSTATICS - Electrostatic Induction
A Wimshurst electrostatic generator, working on the principle of induction, generates high voltage differences and sparks between two movable electrodes. By increasing the distance between the electrodes, higher potential differences can be built up. Larger charges can be stored by connecting the knobs to Leyden jars which are component parts of the machine.
Location: Room 4-309, Cabinet