Switching System with Arduino and High Voltage Transformer for Creating Arc on Metal Contacts with Distance Variation
Project information
- Category: Embedded
- Completion: Jan 2023 - Feb 2023
This project aims to develop a switching system utilizing Arduino microcontrollers and high voltage transformers to generate arcs on metal contacts with adjustable distances. The system operates by converting low voltage from a battery source, such as a car battery, into high voltage using a transformer. The Arduino microcontroller controls the switching process, allowing precise manipulation of the arc generation by varying the distance between the metal contacts. By adjusting the distance between the contacts, the intensity and characteristics of the arc can be modified, enabling experimentation and analysis of arc behavior under different conditions. This project not only provides a practical demonstration of electrical principles but also offers insights into the behavior of arcs in electrical systems, which is crucial for various applications such as in circuit breakers, welding, and plasma devices.