coherer (Meaning)
coherer (n.)
Any device in which an imperfectly conducting contact between pieces of metal or other conductors loosely resting against each other is materially improved in conductivity by the influence of Hertzian waves; -- so called by Sir O. J. Lodge in 1894 on the assumption that the impact of the electic waves caused the loosely connected parts to cohere, or weld together, a condition easily destroyed by tapping. A common form of coherer as used in wireless telegraphy consists of a tube containing filings (usually a pinch of nickel and silver filings in equal parts) between terminal wires or plugs (called conductor plugs).
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coherer Sentence Examples
- The coherer is an early form of radio wave detector.
- Marconi's invention of the coherer greatly advanced wireless communication.
- The coherer played a pivotal role in the development of radio technology.
- Scientists experimented with various materials to improve the sensitivity of the coherer.
- The coherer's ability to detect radio waves revolutionized long-distance communication.
- Engineers refined the design of the coherer to make it more reliable.
- The coherer allowed for the transmission and reception of telegraph messages without wires.
- In the early 20th century, coherers were widely used in wireless telegraphy systems.
- The coherer's function relied on the electrical properties of metal filings.
- Despite its limitations, the coherer was a critical component in early radio technology.
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Any device in which an imperfectly conducting contact between pieces of metal or other conductors loosely resting against each other is materially improved in c
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The coherer is an early form of radio wave detector.
Marconi's invention of the coherer greatly advanced wireless communication.
The coherer played a pivotal role in the development of radio technology.
Scientists experimented with various materials to improve the sensitivity of the coherer.
