Is It Possible: Invisible Wire

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of creating an invisible wire using electron flow. It is suggested that this wire could transmit an x amount of volts over a certain distance and potentially work in a vacuum or in regular atmosphere. However, it is also mentioned that the mean free path of electrons in air should be taken into consideration.

Is it possible to make an invisnle wire?


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Kalrag
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Is it possible to make an invisible wire? Heres how It would work. You would have an electron gun shooting electrons and then you would have a wire carrying x amount of volts. Then you would put the wire into the electron flow. The electrons would then act as a wire and "transmit" the x amount of volts over a sertain distance. Would it work?
 
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In a vacuum? Like a TV picture tube? If anyone remembers those...
 
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no in air just regular atmosphere.
 
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According to Lem many years ago there was a brilliant inventor who learned how to draw very thin wires. One day he draw wire so thin, that it didn't exist. That's how wireless telegraphy was invented.
 
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Kalrag said:
no in air just regular atmosphere.

When electrons fly through air, it's usually quite visible.
 
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Kalrag said:
no in air just regular atmosphere.

You might want to start with figuring out the mean free path of electrons in air. After you discover that, then you may want to rethink your original question again.

Zz.
 

What is an invisible wire?

An invisible wire is a type of material that is transparent or camouflaged to the human eye, making it difficult to detect. It is typically made of a thin, flexible material such as nylon or carbon nanotubes.

Is it possible to make an invisible wire?

Yes, it is possible to create an invisible wire using advanced technology and materials. However, it is not yet possible to make a completely invisible wire that is undetectable by all means.

How does an invisible wire work?

An invisible wire works by utilizing the principles of light refraction and reflection. It is designed to bend and manipulate light so that it appears invisible to the human eye. Some invisible wires also use advanced technologies such as nanotechnology to achieve their invisibility.

What are the potential applications of invisible wire?

Invisible wires have a wide range of potential applications in various industries. Some of the most common uses include military and defense, security systems, medical devices, and electronics. They can also be used in clothing, consumer products, and transportation.

Are there any drawbacks to using invisible wire?

Like any technology, invisible wire has some limitations and potential drawbacks. It may be expensive to produce and may have limited durability. In addition, some people may have privacy concerns about the use of invisible wires for surveillance or tracking purposes.

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