How a Wimshurst machine works, a complete explanation of how this very popular electrostatic generator works. Includes electrostatic, inductive charging, the neutralizer bars, collectors, Leyden jars and the spark gap.
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Here are the videos that use Wimshurst machines:
How to Make Corona Motor (v2) aka Electrostatic Motor/Atmospheric Motor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uEjXsX1F14&list=PL36D7ABECE2AC9666
Franklin's Bells - How to Make and Demonstrations
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjlMrSlIIIQ&list=PLFsZmHTZL-zn3jrI0X0e0aRijWlyvfg8h
Hand-Cranked Laser - TEA Laser Powered by Wimshurst Machine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9huUsYDJZrM&list=PLFsZmHTZL-zmVo7Csiex_9co1uzWg9LTI
Ball Cyclotron/Electrostatic Accelerator How it Works/Making
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t7npMCxiVo
Smoke Precipitator - Measuring Voltage & Demos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARSQWTzWago&list=PLFsZmHTZL-zn3jrI0X0e0aRijWlyvfg8h
Handheld Wimshurst Machine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORGXnIB3gyM
Wimshurst Machine on Sparking Bike
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQYCHMPH2uE&list=PLFsZmHTZL-zmfXxstlxuJgRE9bOGobEVu
See also:
How a Crystal Radio Works
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-PParSmwtE&list=PLFsZmHTZL-zlSltC6ELZW9PK4ks7wgPRz
Wimshurst machine - How to make using CDs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puC6-UaT9Fk&list=PLFsZmHTZL-zmfXxstlxuJgRE9bOGobEVu
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