electrostatic induction
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of electrostatic induction
First recorded in 1875–80
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The researchers had theorized that electrostatic induction was the mechanism driving the interplay between the worm and its target.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2025
They confirmed that the process is powered by electrostatic induction.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2025
Faraday first showed that electrostatic induction was not action at a distance, but took place by means of the insulating medium separating the two conductors.
From The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 1: Deposition to Eberswalde by Various
When the transference is effected by electrostatic induction, the potentials used are, of course, very high with frequencies obtainable from a machine.
From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Thomas Commerford Martin
This is due to what is called electrostatic induction.
From The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura by Various
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