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The system employs periodic action by alternating the single electrode between ignition mode and flame ionization measurement mode. During ignition phases, the electrode generates sparks to ignite the gas/air mixture. During measurement phases, the electrode functions as a flame ionization sensor. This time-division multiplexing allows one electrode to perform both functions sequentially, resolving the contradiction between cost reduction and measurement precision.

The system implements dynamics by making the electrode's function changeable over time. The control device dynamically switches the electrode between two operational states: ignition state (generating high-voltage sparks) and measurement state (detecting flame ionization signals). This dynamic functionality allows a single electrode to replace what would traditionally require two separate electrodes, reducing cost while maintaining measurement capability.

The control device uses periodic action to alternately switch the single electrode between ignition function and flame ionization measurement function. During ignition phases, the electrode operates as an igniter; during measurement phases, it operates as a sensor. This temporal separation ensures that the electrode's dual role does not compromise reliability, as each function is performed during its designated time window with appropriate control signals.

The control device acts as an intermediary that manages the single electrode's dual functionality. It receives signals from the electrode, determines whether the electrode should function as an igniter or a sensor based on operational phase, and processes the appropriate signals accordingly. This intermediary control mechanism ensures reliable operation despite the electrode's multifunctional role.