A magneto-electric quantum wheel
Quantum Physics
2009-12-08 v1
Abstract
Here we show that self-propulsion in quantum vacuum may be achieved by rotating or aggregating magneto-electric nano-particles. The back-action follows from changes in momentum of electro-magnetic zero-point fluctuations, generated in magneto-electric materials. This effect may provide new tools for investigation of the quantum nature of our world. It might also serve in the future as a "quantum wheel" to correct satellite orientation in space.
Cite
@article{arxiv.0912.1031,
title = {A magneto-electric quantum wheel},
author = {Alexander Feigel},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:0912.1031},
year = {2009}
}
Comments
4 pages, 2 figures