Hertzian wave

American  

noun

Physics.

1. an electromagnetic wave produced by oscillations in an electric circuit, as a radio or radar wave: first investigated by H. R. Hertz.

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Hertzian wave British  

noun

1. an electromagnetic wave with a frequency in the range from about 3 × 10 ¹⁰ hertz to about 1.5 × 10 ⁵ hertz

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Etymology

Origin of Hertzian wave

First recorded in 1895–1900

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Hertzian wave

A matter which has been in dispute in connection with practical Hertzian wave telegraphy is how far this electrical tuning is a sufficient solution of the practical problem of isolation.

From Hertzian Wave Wireless Telegraphy by John Ambrose Fleming

The contention has been raised that large power stations producing electric waves will therefore play havoc with Hertzian wave telegraphy on a smaller scale, such as the ship to shore and intermarine communication.

From Hertzian Wave Wireless Telegraphy by John Ambrose Fleming

It may be well to note at this point the disadvantages that are possessed by any form of coherer as a telegraphic kumascope in connection with proposed arrangements for the isolation of Hertzian wave stations.

From Hertzian Wave Wireless Telegraphy by John Ambrose Fleming

It remains, then, to consider some of the questions connected with practical Hertzian wave telegraphy and the problem of the limitation of communication.

From Hertzian Wave Wireless Telegraphy by John Ambrose Fleming

This relation may be theoretically deduced as follows:—Any given receiving apparatus for Hertzian wave telegraphy requires a certain minimum energy to be imparted to it to make it yield a signal.

From Hertzian Wave Wireless Telegraphy by John Ambrose Fleming

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