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 projected energy consumption, and comparison to other energy sources are made, and viability of tapping atmospheric charge is assessed.

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Year of publication:	2003
Authors:	Breuer, M.L
Published in:	Renewable Energy. - Elsevier, ISSN 0960-1481. - Vol. 28.2003, 7, p. 1121-1127
Publisher:	Elsevier
Subject:	Atmospheric charge \| Atmospheric current density \| Atmospheric electric field \| Atmospheric voltage gradient \| Charge separation \| Charge transport \| Cosmic ray \| Electrometry \| Electrostatic motors \| Lightning \| Thunderstorm

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Type of publication:	Article
Source:	RePEc - Research Papers in Economics

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