The Geissler Tubes, as utilized by Tesla, can be regarded in a triadic perspective considering high-voltage input (A), gas ionization (B), and light emission (C).
A. Structural Analysis: The Stabilization Triad gives a clear perspective on the interconnected cyclical nature of tube operation, with the breakdown of the process posing negative impact on the entire system. The flow goes from high-voltage input (A1), to gas ionization (B1), and then to light production (C1).
A1: High-voltage Input: This is delivered using a transformer and plays a fundamental role in generating an electrical discharge within the tube.
B1: Gas Ionization: This is the result of electrical discharge where gas molecules in the tube get ionized, releasing electrons, which is critical for the production of light.
C1: Light Production: Electrical discharge within the tube produces light, considering that the ionization of gas results in the release of light photons in this glowing lamp demonstration.
B. Functional Analysis: Through the lens of the Causal Triad, the high-voltage input (A2) creates a series of reactions inducing gas ionization (B2) which consequently causes the emission of light (C2).
A2: High-Voltage Input: This voltage impresses a powerful electric field on the gap between the tube electrodes, setting the stage for the ensuing ionization process.
B2: Gas Ionization: This process occurs when the high voltage tears electrons from their atoms, creating a plasma of free electrons and positively charged ions. The resulting ionized gas inside the tube then stimulates light emission.
C2: Light Emission: Occurs when the excited atoms de-excite, leading to the emission of photons - light. Without appropriate ionization, no light emission would occur.
C. Potential Analysis: The Discontinuity layer reveals that while high-voltage input (A3) leads to light production through the Geissler tubes (C3), it doesn’t guarantee the efficiency or color of the light produced (B3).
A3: High-Voltage Input: Exerting a strong electric potential over the gas within the tube. However, the efficiency or color of the light emitted is not solely dependent on the voltage input.
B3: Efficiency or Colour of Light: The efficiency of light production (brightness) and specific color emitted from a Geissler tube are significantly influenced by factors like gas used, pressure, and the construction of the tube, demonstrating nonlinear dependencies.
C3: Light Production through Geissler tubes: This is the intended result of applying a high voltage. However, due to the multiple variables that influence this system, this result is not consistently deterministic.