Feasibility of tapping atmospheric charge as a power source

Mechanisms which generate atmospheric charge are examined in order to estimate the rate of field regeneration. Energy density contained in the atmospheric electric field is examined. Charge-harvesting methods are suggested and a practical use of electrostatic motors examined. Comparisons to projecte...

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Veröffentlicht in:Renewable energy 2003-06, Vol.28 (7), p.1121-1127
1. Verfasser: Breuer, M.L
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Mechanisms which generate atmospheric charge are examined in order to estimate the rate of field regeneration. Energy density contained in the atmospheric electric field is examined. Charge-harvesting methods are suggested and a practical use of electrostatic motors examined. Comparisons to projected energy consumption, and comparison to other energy sources are made, and viability of tapping atmospheric charge is assessed.
ISSN:0960-1481
1879-0682
DOI:10.1016/S0960-1481(02)00210-0