Avramenko’s Plug
The described circuit operates on the principle of energy transfer through a single wire, leveraging the characteristics of diodes and capacitors for efficient energy storage and release. The auto ignition coil serves as a high-voltage source, generating a pulse that is crucial for charging the capacitor. Diode D1 functions as a forward-biased component during the charging phase, allowing current to flow into the capacitor and storing electrical energy. Meanwhile, diode D2 remains reverse-biased, preventing any current from bypassing the intended path during this phase.
Once the charging pulse ceases, diode D1 switches off, and the stored energy in capacitor C1 is released through the flash tube. This discharge produces a high-intensity light flash, which is the primary function of the circuit. The operation of the flash tube is contingent upon the presence of a trigger wire; without it, the circuit cannot initiate the discharge process. The introduction of a wire wrapped around the flash tube enhances its ability to fire by potentially inducing a magnetic field that triggers the tube under certain conditions.
This circuit exemplifies a practical application of electronic components in energy transmission and light generation, showcasing the innovative approach taken by Avramenko to simplify electrical energy transfer. The design can be further explored for applications in various fields, including automotive lighting, signal generation, and other high-voltage applications where efficient energy transfer is required.Avramenko is a Russian scientist and invented the plug shown in Fig. 1 to transmit electrical energy over a single wire. It’s a simple circuit consisting of two diodes, one capacitor, and a flash tube. The high-voltage (HV) terminal is connected to the HV output of an auto ignition coil. The + HV pulse charges C1 through D1. D2 is OFF during this operation. When the pulse is OFF, D1 will be OFF, and the charged capacitor will be discharged through the flash tube.
When there is no trigger wire, the flash tube won’t fire! When I wrap a wire around the flash tube and extend it into the air by about 15 cm, the tube will fire nicely. By 4beowulf7 - [email protected]
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