Bitter electromagnet

English

Etymology

Invented in 1933 by American physicist Francis Bitter.

Noun

Bitter electromagnet (plural Bitter electromagnets)

  1. A strong electromagnet constructed from circular conducting metal plates (Bitter plates) and insulating spacers stacked in a helical configuration, rather than coils of wire.

Synonyms

  • Bitter solenoid
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