A device for generating an electric charge by turning glass discs in opposite directions (now used mainly for demonstration purposes in schools).
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- The sectored type of Wimshurst machine is perhaps the most well-known of the traditional induction static machines.
- There are plenty of other plans for Wimshurst machines available which use more readily available materials.
- Operate the Wimshurst machine by turning the crank in a counter-clockwise direction.
- Otherwise the Wimshurst machine is used in many other demonstrations to supply electric charge.
- Some X-ray units used various forms of electrostatic generator at first, but as X-ray tubes became available capable of running at currents in the order of milliamps, rather than micro amps, the use of Wimshurst machines ceased.