Earth movement and physical vacuum energy harness

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of harnessing energy from Earth's movement relative to the physical vacuum. It is mentioned that the vacuum is not a medium like water and that there is no current device that can interact with the vacuum in a way that a water-wheel interacts with water. The conversation also mentions the dynamic Casimir effect and various theoretical devices that aim to exploit the vacuum energy or orbital motion for useful work. However, the conclusion is that there is currently no known way to harness this energy.
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Could we harness energy from Earth movement relative to physical vacuum?
Earth is moving around Sun with speed of 30 km/sec.
Also there exist force of Casimir and similar effects.
If we have some body (for example a ball) which is moving in some media
(for example water) then to harness energy from such movement we need
to build a turbine on the ball which would be able to interact with water and
rotate around its own axle.
What could be such analog of a turbine which would be able to interact with
physical vacuum?
 
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Could we harness energy from Earth movement relative to physical vacuum?
No.

The vacuum is not a medium like water ... it is the opposite of a medium.
The closest I've seen is something like this http://www.lhup.edu/~dsimanek/museum/advanced.htm (2nd on that page). Spot the flaw.
 
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The vacuum is not a medium like water
What do you think on dynamic casimir effect?
http://www.technologyreview.com/blog/arxiv/26813/
 
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I am very familiar with it.
What of it? Still does not mean that vacuum is a medium in the sense that water is.

What did you have in mind - some sort of paddle-wheel attached to an orbiting body that turns as the body moves with respect to the zero-field?
How about something more like this one?
Did you follow the link - the machine-puzzle there purports to work by slowing the rotation of the Earth, turning some of that energy to work.
That is very similar to the kind of thing you have described - do you understand how it is supposed to work and why it won't?

Your question has been answered - current thinking is that you cannot exploit the vacuum energy or orbital motion to do useful work.
There is no possible device that is to the vacuum that a water-wheel is to water.
Come up with a concrete question and we'll talk again.
 
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I am always open to exploring new ideas and possibilities. However, the concept of harnessing energy from Earth's movement relative to physical vacuum is currently not supported by scientific evidence and is considered to be a fringe idea.

While it is true that Earth is moving around the Sun with a speed of 30 km/sec, this movement is caused by the gravitational force between the two bodies and does not involve any interaction with the physical vacuum. The physical vacuum, also known as the quantum vacuum, is a complex concept in quantum physics and its energy is considered to be constant and not easily accessible.

Furthermore, the force of Casimir and similar effects are also not directly related to Earth's movement and are not strong enough to be harnessed for energy production. These forces are a result of quantum fluctuations in the vacuum and are only significant on a very small scale.

In terms of harnessing energy from a moving body in a medium such as a ball in water, it is possible to use turbines to convert the kinetic energy of the moving object into electrical energy. However, the concept of a turbine interacting with the physical vacuum is not currently feasible as the vacuum does not have the necessary properties to interact with physical objects in this way.

In conclusion, while I appreciate the idea of harnessing energy from Earth's movement relative to the physical vacuum, it is currently not a scientifically supported concept. More research and evidence would be needed to validate this idea and make it a feasible energy source.
 

1. What is Earth movement?

Earth movement refers to the various motions and processes that occur on our planet, including rotation, revolution, plate tectonics, and atmospheric and oceanic circulation. These movements play a crucial role in shaping the Earth's surface, climate, and life forms.

2. How does physical vacuum energy harness work?

Physical vacuum energy harness is a theoretical concept that suggests tapping into the energy of empty space, or the vacuum of the universe, for practical use. This energy is thought to be constantly fluctuating and could potentially provide an infinite source of energy. However, there is currently no known technology or method for harnessing this energy effectively.

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Understanding Earth movement is crucial for predicting and mitigating natural disasters, such as earthquakes and hurricanes, as well as for studying the evolution of our planet. The concept of physical vacuum energy harness has the potential to revolutionize the way we produce and use energy, but further research and development are needed to make it a viable source.

4. Are there any risks associated with harnessing physical vacuum energy?

Since physical vacuum energy harness is still a theoretical concept, there are no known risks associated with it. However, as with any new technology, there may be potential risks and challenges that need to be addressed before it can be implemented on a larger scale.

5. How can individuals contribute to the understanding and development of Earth movement and physical vacuum energy harness?

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