Article ID: CBB980116139

Early Japanese Leyden Jars and Air Pumps. (2012)

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The Japanese introduced vacuum technology and Leyden jar research in 'rangaku' times, probably somewhat easier compared to China. The main reason is that at least the Leyden jar was essentially Dutch Discovery and the Dutch were the main sources for early modern Japanese technology and science between the years 1639 and 1720. The Japanese probably did not invent any new electrical equipment during the 18th century, but they used the Leyden jar and electrostatic generator in the same box as unique tool called 'erekiteru,' which was not common in Europe.

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Authors & Contributors
Južnič, Stanislav
Brundtland, Terje
Harufumi Tamazawa
Arch, Jakobina
Hisashi Hayakawa
Kiyomi Iwahashi
Concepts
Vacuum pumps
East Asia, civilization and culture
Mathematics
Astronomy
Scientific apparatus and instruments
Science and politics
Time Periods
18th century
17th century
19th century
Edo period (Japan, 1603-1868)
Early modern
Qing dynasty (China, 1644-1912)
Places
Japan
Pacific Ocean
Great Britain
United States
France
China
Institutions
Jesuits (Society of Jesus)
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