Abstract :
M. E. Skinner: I do not understand from the paper that actual transformers or even reactors have been constructed in which the inherent but rather disturbing effects of leads, connections and taps, space occupied by the conductors themselves, and of non-uniform inductance per turn, have been overcome. The paper appears to crystallize several ideas as to how these inherent difficulties may be overcome, but the structures illustrated are still a long way from anything employed at the present time in power or distribution transformer construction. It is interesting to note that the solution chosen for the problem of taps is their complete elimination. This is undoubtedly the most effective as well as the easiest way out. The fact that it has been found advisable to reinforce the insulation of the end turns of so simple a winding as that employed in an air core reactor, illustrates the difficulty of applying the principle upon which Mr. Weed´s paper is based to commercial apparatus.
