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Van de Graaff generator |
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Van de Graaff generator [′van də ‚graf ‚jen·ə‚rād·ər] (electronics) A high-voltage electrostatic generator in which electrical charge is carried from ground to a high-voltage terminal by means of an insulating belt and is discharged onto a large, hollow metal electrode. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The project featured a homemade Van de Graaff generator (named after American physicist Robert J. The girl has her hands on a Van de Graaff generator, a machine that gives off electrons (negatively charged particles). Demonstrate a Van de Graaff generator for the class. |
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