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Hank revealed the fundamental components of his anode stem, illustrating a process that could initially seem intimidating but has been demystified through practical experimentation. The assembly begins with affixing the anode on the bottom of a containment tank, which is encased in a metal shell serving as the cathode.
Hank emphasized that the potential difference between the anode and cathode is critical for the system's functionality, yet it poses challenges, particularly concerning sustaining high voltage without failure. The discussion introduced the concept of "flash-over," an issue that arises when the high voltage produces unintended current pathways, leading to system malfunctions.