
Collected Writings of Nikola Tesla
By Thomas Commerford Martin, Nikola TeslaLength19h 42m
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The 'Collected Writings of Nikola Tesla', meticulously compiled by Thomas Commerford Martin, serves as a singular repository of the electrifying inventions and theoretical works by one of the greatest innovators of the modern age. This anthology transcends a mere collection of patents and lectures; it embodies a diverse array of literary styles—from the scientifically expository to the deeply reflective—offering a holistic view of Tesla's multifaceted genius. Key pieces include his visionary concepts and existential musings, rendered in prose that both enlightens and challenges conventional thinking within the scientific community and beyond. The backgrounds of Nikola Tesla, as inventor and visionary, and Thomas Commerford Martin, as a distinguished electrical engineer and writer, converge to form a powerful editorial alliance that champions technological advancement and scientific discourse. The collection aligns with pivotal movements in electrical engineering and theoretical physics, encapsulated during the Second Industrial Revolution, marking significant shifts in both societal norms and technological capabilities. Together, these figures embody a nexus of innovation and intellectual curiosity, enriching the anthology's thematic depth. 'Reader, approach the 'Collected Writings of Nikola Tesla' to embark on a journey through the mind of a genius whose ideas propelled us into the future. This anthology offers a unique opportunity to traverse the evolutionary landscapes of electricity and magnetism from the unique viewpoint of Tesla, enhanced by Martin's insightful curation. It promises a deeply educational encounter, laden with historical insights and prophetic foresights, ideal for anyone keen on understanding the foundations upon which contemporary technology stands.
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Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Complete Works
2The Inventions, Researches and Writings of Nikola Tesla
3PREFACE.
4PART I. POLYPHASE CURRENTS.
5CHAPTER I. Biographical and Introductory.
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6CHAPTER II. A New System of Alternating Current Motors and Transformers.
7CHAPTER III. The Tesla Rotating Magnetic Field.—Motors With Closed Conductors.—Synchronizing Motors.—Rotating Field Transformers.
8CHAPTER IV. Modifications and Expansions of the Tesla Polyphase Systems.
9CHAPTER V. Utilizing Familiar Types of Generator of the Continuous Current Type.
10CHAPTER VI. Method of Obtaining Desired Speed of Motor or Generator.
11CHAPTER VII. Regulator for Rotary Current Motors.
12CHAPTER VIII. Single Circuit, Self-Starting Synchronizing Motors.
13CHAPTER IX. Change From Double Current to Single Current Motor.
14CHAPTER X. Motor With "Current Lag" Artificially Secured.
15CHAPTER XI. Another Method of Transformation from a Torque to a Synchronizing Motor.
16CHAPTER XII. "Magnetic Lag" Motor.
17CHAPTER XIII. Method of Obtaining Difference of Phase by Magnetic Shielding.
18CHAPTER XIV. Type of Tesla Single-Phase Motor.
19CHAPTER XV. Motors with Circuits of Different Resistance.
20CHAPTER XVI. Motor With Equal Magnetic Energies in Field and Armature.
21CHAPTER XVII. Motors With Coinciding Maxima of Magnetic Effect in Armature and Field.
22CHAPTER XVIII. Motor Based on the Difference of Phase in the Magnetization of the Inner and Outer Parts of an Iron Core.
23CHAPTER XIX. Another Type of Tesla Induction Motor.
24CHAPTER XX. Combinations of Synchronizing Motor and Torque Motor.
25CHAPTER XXI. Motor with a Condenser in the Armature Circuit.
26CHAPTER XXII. Motor with Condenser in one of the Field Circuits.
27CHAPTER XXIII. Tesla Polyphase Transformer.
28CHAPTER XXIV. A Constant Current Transformer with Magnetic Shield Between Coils of Primary and Secondary.
29PART II. THE TESLA EFFECTS WITH HIGH FREQUENCY AND HIGH POTENTIAL CURRENTS.
30CHAPTER XXV. Introduction.—The Scope of the Tesla Lectures.
31CHAPTER XXVI. Experiments With Alternate Currents of Very High Frequency and Their Application to Methods of Artificial Illumination.1
32CHAPTER XXVII. Experiments with Alternate Currents of High Potential and High Frequency.2 (pt. 1)
33CHAPTER XXVII. Experiments with Alternate Currents of High Potential and High Frequency.2 (pt. 2)
34CHAPTER XXVIII. On Light and Other High Frequency Phenomena.3 (pt. 1)
35CHAPTER XXVIII. On Light and Other High Frequency Phenomena.3 (pt. 2)
36CHAPTER XXIX. Tesla Alternating Current Generators for High Frequency, in Detail.
37CHAPTER XXX. Alternate Current Electrostatic Induction Apparatus.6
38CHAPTER XXXI. "Massage" With Currents of High Frequency.7
39CHAPTER XXXII. Electric Discharge in Vacuum Tubes.8
40PART III. MISCELLANEOUS INVENTIONS AND WRITINGS.
41CHAPTER XXXIII. Method of Obtaining Driect From Alternating Currents.
42CHAPTER XXXIV. Condensers with Plates in Oil.
43CHAPTER XXXV. Electrolytic Registering Meter.
44CHAPTER XXXVI. Thermo-Magnetic Motors and Pyro-Magnetic Generators.
45CHAPTER XXXVII. Anti-Sparking Dynamo Brush and Commutator.
46CHAPTER XXXVIII. Auxiliary Brush Regulation of Direct Current Dynamos.
47CHAPTER XXXIX. Improvement in the Construction of Dynamos and Motors.
48CHAPTER XL. Tesla Direct Current Arc Lighting System.
49CHAPTER XLI. Improvement in "Unipolar" Generators.
50PART IV. APPENDIX.—EARLY PHASE MOTORS AND THE TESLA MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL OSCILLATOR.