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Early Japanese Leyden Jars and Air Pumps. (2012)

Južnič, Stanislav (Author)

Quaderns d'Història de l'Enginyeria
Volume: 13
Pages: 179-208

URI: http://hdl.handle.net/2099/12877

ISSN: 1135-934X

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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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