> Matt Rhys-Roberts wrote:
> > Could anyone recommend a primer on designing plasma ignition, i.e.
> > very high energy spark ignition systems? My idea is to seriously
> > improve the tired old ignition system on a 2-cylinder 4-stroke
> > motorcycle, and I'd
> > like to experimentally create the fiercest spark that's reasonably
> > possible.

> Then maybe you can explain why that matters. =A0Obviously you need a spar=
k in
> that kind of engine to start combustion. =A0I've heard people talk of str=
onger
> sparks being better, but nobody has ever explained exactly why. ...

"Why" is an interesting question but is close to orthogonal =A0to his
stated intent.
He is interested in "whether" and "how much" with the intention of
determining this experimentally. (More Edison  than Tesla).
It may well be that he will arrive at 'yes indeed!" or "apparently
not" without having got too close to "why".

So, if "why" is asked in the spirit of "inquiring minds want to know",
then it may be a useful addition to the quest. IOf its asked in the
spirit of "that seems to be a pretty stupid idea" then it may not be
too useful at a;;, as it could squelch "worthwhile endeavor" or even
just 'harmless pursuit that happens to produce useful results." Or
not.

I prefer Tesla to Edison BUT Edison certainly has its place, and can
turn up many a lightbulb (moment).

Which it was is not clear.



           R

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