Levitation and propulsion in a electrostatic field

[Audio] Levitation and propulsion in a electrostatic field Earnshaw’s theorem states that a collection of point charges cannot be maintained in a stable stationary equilibrium configuration solely by the electrostatic interaction of the charges. This theorem was first proven by British mathematician Samuel Earnshaw in 1842 Hello al Baur.

[Audio] Why this systems is able to work Earnshaw did not use ionization as a part of his considerations, where in this system it is the controlling force without PID loop or other feedback systems needed.(self controlling) This system is a exception of Earnshaw theorem. This system is only able to work in ambient surroundings. Thursday, May 23, 2024.

[Audio] Levitator abilities Unusual flight characteristics No aerodynamics. No visual propulsion. Is able to stand still. Is able to move fast. Self level controlling. Self propulsion. Self stabilising. At low voltage it behaves like an animal, wobbling, jumping, I called the 4 ionizer a horse, and the 1 ionizer a chicken. With a to high voltage it acts as a Russian soldier marching in the Moscow parade..

[Audio] Basic classic levitator shape. Basic classic levitator shape.

[Audio] The levitator is a leaf shaped 14 micron aluminum or non conductive with a 0.5 mm material at the rim. The levitator maintains neutrality, with both positive and negative charges in equilibrium. When it is placed between charged plates, the positive charge diminishes as the levitator acquires a negative charge. A portion of this charge is mitigated through the ionizer, which in turn reduces the height and prevents the levitator from being completely drawn to the upper plate..

[Audio] Forces on the Levitator The electrostatic attraction force is up. The gravitational force is downwards. The ionic wind is up, or depended on the direction of the pointer(s)..

[Audio] Measurements The measurements are for a trajectory with a height of 100-110 mm, width = 60 mm..

[Audio] Corona and ionization In normal condition it is not possible to see The light of the upper corona is stronger than the lower ionizer Looking from above trough a aluminium grid..

[Audio] Propulsion Propulsion Mechanism: The ion thruster achieves propulsion by creating an angled force. This is accomplished by tilting the levitator, a component that houses the ions, by 22.5 degrees. This tilt angle causes the ions to be ejected sideways rather than directly behind the thruster. The resulting side wards force on the levitator translates into a forward thrust..

[Audio] Single Levitator Configuration: In a system with a single levitator, a counterweight is strategically placed on the same side from the intended direction of movement. This counterweight balances the force generated by the angled ion ejection, ensuring the levitator experience a net sideways movement..

[Audio] Sample of simple levitator with weight The sample is chocolate paper with aluminum foil coating. The weight is from LDPE foam. Chicken levitator.

[Audio] Samples of; Single with balsa would The left levitator is with a neon bulb. Chicken Levitator.

[Audio] Levitator with multi collectors and ionizers Horse Levitator H=120 mm static levitator The LDPE makes it easy to ad weight see the needle in the lower right..

[Audio] Stability; Below 65% humidity the levitators are able to work 24/7..

[Audio] High Voltage related to Humidity. High Voltage related to Humidity.

[Audio] Up scaling Lifting Capacity: The maximum weight a single levitator can lift depends primarily on the strength of the lifting force it generates and the surface area of the object's upper face in contact with the levitator plate. This relationship can be represented by a specific force per unit area, like 1.5 watts per gram (W/g) (this is the worse case situation). Multi-Levitator Systems: By combining multiple levitators, the lifting capacity can be significantly increased. Each levitator contributes its lifting force, allowing for the manipulation of heavier objects..

[Audio] Weight to Power comparing Weight [Kg] Power [W] Amount basic levitators 0.001 1.5 1 1 15000 1000 10 150000 10000 100 1500000 100000.

[Audio] Where it can be useful? The system is design with a list of protections against shock and fire, and the lowest cost of levitation with propulsion in comparing to other systems, the low energy enables it to work with batteries. Education; Motivation enhancement for learning physics. Games; it is possible to make different games like war games, speed games etc. Inventing interesting new levitators. Medical; psoriasis, allergies, elimination of virus and bacteria. Environment improvement; cleaner air.

[Audio] Data The largest levitator tested had a height of 500 mm. The fastest speed recorded 4m/s, the limitation is the centrifugal force with is related to the diameter of the trajectory. It works without grounding plate on water, sand wood table.( plastic table needs grounding plate or trajectory). The highest weight tested 6 gram..

[Audio] Portable 200g x 0.01g Gram Mini Digital Scale Jewelry Pocket Balance Weight - Picture 1 of 4 Portable 200g x 0.01g Gram Mini Digital Scale Jewelry Pocket Balance Weight - Picture 1 of 4 Minimum Requirements A good high voltage power supply.[10 – 50 kV] Mini Digital Scale resolution 0.01 gram. Humidity meter Aluminum foil. 0.5 mm nylon or .35 mm PLA. LDPE packing materials Contact glue. 3D printed template for levitator. Tools.

[Audio] The END This was a short simple explanation of the electrostatic levitation and propulsion. 21 May, 2024 For more videos; YouTube WEPRC Thanks; Al Baur [email protected].