First electrical power output from a Pyramid

[skywatcher]

Had a typo It is 293.5 mV not 0.293 mV

Keep in mind that copper, graphite and electrolyte (the salt water) can form a galvanic element.

So any output which is measured is only valid if the voltage is significantly higher than the voltage which could be expected from a galvanic element, or if the voltage varies when the pyramid is rotated, the gypsum plates removed, etc.

I will not continue working on the project until Thomas Trawoeger reappears and distributes the promised infos, or someone else comes up with a working prototype. Without someone who can competently answer questions i don't see a significant chance to get the thing running. 

BTW i don't know if this chance ever existed. We don't have any proof that there are really any working prototypes.   

[neptune]

Skywatcher, I agree with all you say about the galvanic element, or "cell". I also agree that we have no proof that a working prototype Exists. But , what if the phenomenon is genuine and that for the time being,Thomas has gone to ground. It is quite possible that powerful forces want this buried. If everyone sits on the fence and waits, nothing will happen. I will carry on because, the alternative is to sit and watch TV and drink beer. One lesson here is that the very best descriptions in words and pictures can be ambiguous. If our questions could be answered things would be much better. The disappearance of Tinu was another blow. I posted help for him, but he did not even acknowledge it. I just Hope Thomas returns nd we all see a happy Christmas

[georgemay]

Hi Neptune,
Here is the link to flat plate capacitor calculator.
http://www.deepfriedneon.com/tesla_f_calccap.html
You can substitute air with other dielectric. 
George.

[vipond50]

Great link Thanks
So the spec for the air cap is10 plates @ 70mm (2.7559") X 35mm(1.3779527") with a 1mm spacing = 0.000195uF or 195 pF

Right?
Interesting
Bill

[neptune]

Thanks for replies. I am wondering why a standard off the shelf component was not used, like wise output cap. Special properties of copper? Possible need for plates to vibrate. Seems strange he didn't just buy a cap. More questions than answers.