Tesla transformer is a high frequency transformer invented by Nikola Tesla

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The Tesla Transformer is a high frequency transformer invented by Nikola Tesla. It works on a resonant principle, so its circuits need to be tuned for best performance. It is used to obtain very high voltages. Tesla's transformer is essentially a simplified version of the Tesla Coil Magnifier, with which Nikola Tesla likes to experiment.

The transformer is made up of two ossair coils with different number of threads. The source of the primary high frequency voltage is a muted spark oscillator (on the basis of a spark, powered by e.g. a sparking a spark. From a high-voltage transformer. On the secondary coil, a voltage of hundreds of kilovolts to units of megavolts (MV) is normally achieved, according to the construction of the transformer, its arrangement, tuning and sources of primary voltage. Secondary voltage indicated size is manifested by distinct optical phenomena in the form of the rye, discharges and also by the seizing of nearby (also completely disconnected) discharge lamps, fluorescent lamps, etc.

Tesla intended to use a transformer for long-distance power transmission. Given the difficulties of reverse switching of high frequency energy, the complexity of its direction, the low transmission efficiency and the large losses due to radiation, the strong interference of all radio spectrum, etc. This transfer is not used industrially. Quite a lot of it is popular to use it in the form of a special effect - for example, at some concerts.

How does it work?

    A teslov transformer is a high frequency air transformer generating very high voltage. The classic Teslov transformer was invented in the late 19th century. In the 19th century Croatian physicist Nikola Tesla. The basic part is a high voltage transformer, which supplies a wake-up voltage. The primary coil with a small number of threads together with the capacitor C forms a parallel resonance circuit, which is tuned to the same dial as the secondary coil. Spark performs the function of the switch. A secondary coil with a high number of threads is located in the oat of the primary coil. Its resonance rate depends on its induction, parasitic mesiscrew capacity and any additional capacity in the form of a metal toroid or cs sphere.

 The high voltage transformer charges through the windings of the primary coil capacitor C.

The resonance circuit begins to ostensibly and performs a certain number of muted ositants. For the duration of these osills, vf alternating voltage is insuated in the secondary coil. After the capacitor is discharged, the discharge in the spark ceases to be and the capacitor is disconnected from the primary coil and the whole process is repeated. The induced high frequency voltage has slightly different properties than nf alternating voltage. It applies here the so-called 'red line'. Skin effect, which means that the alternating current is spread only through the surface of the conductor. Thus, when touched, e.g. when touching, the Can not (should not :-) affect the internal organs, but with greater power it causes burns.

Nikola Tesla, a brilliant physicist of Serbian descent, was undoubtedly a leading figure in the 19th, but also the 20th century. Century. Despite being an exceptional physicist, Tesla didn't have the necessary business skills. Towards the end of his life he had large debts and various legal problems. Tesla died relatively poor, but its inventions and ideas provided enormous wealth to the world. Take a look at his greatest inventions that have turned the world upside down.

The word transformer

Tesla built its transformer in 1891. The device consisted of two separate coils, primary and secondary, each with its own capacitor. Capacitors serve as a storage of energy, and coils generate sparks and electrical discharges. Tesla developed the device because it was obsessed with the idea of wireless powering cities. Today you can see this invention mainly in entertainment science centers, museums, but also some schools.