APEC 9/2: Quantum Gravitons, Interstellar Propulsion & GEM Theory
Mark Calvo will present the CBU Quantum Graviton Paper, Tami Pudina will discuss Interstellar Propulsion, and John Brandenburg will discuss GEM Theory & applications for advanced space propulsion. We’ll also be hearing updates from our lab partners and finishing off the event with an open discussion by conference attendees!
0:00 – Introduction – Tim Ventura
0:02:09 – Mark Calvo – CBU Quantum Graviton Paper
What causes gravity? Sir Isaac Newton discovered and expressed gravity in his equations as a force that is instantaneous and of infinite range, while Einstein redefined it as a force resulting from the curvature of space-time limited by the speed of light. Since then, modern physicists search for the “graviton” mass less spin-2 particle has been fruitless. Could they be looking for a particle that does not exist? Mark D. Calvo will present a detailed model describing the graviton as shadow force.
0:59:01 – Tami Pudina – Interstellar Propulsion
Various propulsion methods are being developed in an attempt to make interstellar travel feasible, such as nuclear propulsion, ionic propulsion, photonic propulsion, and the theoretical Alcubierre drive. In this presentation, Tami examines these propulsion methods and equations and includes the research that supports them, with the goal of introducing concepts to laymen in order to further insight and eventually making humans an interplanetary species and interstellar travel a reality.
1:51:29 – Phil Bouchard – Lab Updates
Jeremiah Popp and Phil Bouchard discuss an experimental MHD propulsion demonstration under investigation by Phil, and review photos & video footage of various stages of the demo. We discuss different types of metals, types of electrical power & waveforms, and how to optimize this experiment.
2:06:59 – John Brandenburg – GEM Theory
Physicist Dr. John Brandenburg will be discussing the GEM (Gravity Electro-Magnetism) Theory, which is a unified field theory that brings Gravity, Magnetism, Electricity and other forces into a controllable force that can power all sorts of aircraft, spacecraft and other vehicles – and could lead to a new type of electric spacecraft that will make rockets obsolete. The GEM theory in basic form gives a physical EM analogue of Gravity fields and invokes a Kaluza-Klein 5th dimension of a subatomic size, but much larger than the Planck Length. It yields a massless vacuum, and a highly accurate formula for G the Newton Gravitation constant.
3:30:57 – Open Discussion
Open discussion focuses primarily on the work of Dr. John Brandenburg, and also how that relates to plasma physics, advanced propulsion, and space exploration. Michael Perrone discusses his ongoing LK-99 superconductor replication experiment, Andrew Auregema provides an update on his Gravity-Capacitor, which has now achieved a 30% thrust-to-weight ratio, and
4:44:28 – Jeremiah Popp – Lab Updates
Jeremiah Popp provides information on his research into electrostatic force-field and novel electromagnetic coil designs. Popp has been working to replicate a documented instance in a plastic film manufacturing facility where an ungrounded conveyor belt built up a substantial charge and reportedly created a force-field that prevent employees from entering the facility. He is also working on coil-wraps that he hopes will have gravitational effects due to unique windings and subsequent magnetic field configurations.
