Underwater Plasma Electrode Structure for Efficient Water Treatment

The patent divides the electrode structure into multiple segments including first and second electrodes with dielectric members positioned between them. This segmentation allows the creation of multiple discharge spaces within a compact configuration, enabling increased processing capacity without requiring a single large electrode gap that would reduce power efficiency. The segmented structure with bubble inflow passages further divides the discharge regions to optimize plasma generation throughout the water treatment chamber.

The patent introduces a third dimension by positioning dielectric members between the first and second electrodes, creating a three-dimensional electrode structure with multiple discharge spaces. This dimensional approach allows increased processing capacity without simply adding more electrodes in a linear fashion. The dielectric members with bubble inflow passages create vertical and horizontal discharge regions, utilizing spatial dimensionality to enhance capacity while maintaining a manageable number of electrodes.

The patent utilizes pneumatic principles by introducing gas bubbles through the dielectric members into the discharge spaces between electrodes. These bubbles serve as plasma generation media, allowing efficient plasma discharge at lower voltages compared to direct water discharge. The bubble inflow passages deliver controlled gas flow to specific discharge regions, enhancing processing capacity through plasma chemistry while reducing the energy consumption associated with high-voltage requirements.