Abstract:
In systems where insulating deposits form during normal operation, electrodes are configured with a preformed dielectric thereon, wherein the preformed dielectric is formed with a geometric feature that performing a triple junction. These triple junctions enhance low level discharge activity to facilitate localized breakdown of the deposits and maintain electrode conductivity.
Abstract:
Features that create localized electric field enhancement are deliberately introduced on conductors where deposits having insulating characteristics can form. The purpose of the introduced features is to enhance localized breakdown of the deposits in order to maintain electrode conductivity.
Abstract:
In systems where insulating deposits form during normal operation, electrodes are configured so the deposits have the effect of creating in-situ triple junctions. These triple junctions enhance low level discharge activity to facilitate localized breakdown of the deposits and maintain electrode conductivity.