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THE AMATEUR SCIENTIST.

Authors :
Stong, C. L.
Source :
Scientific American; Oct1974, Vol. 231 Issue 4, p126-133, 6p, 6 Diagrams
Publication Year :
1974

Abstract

Focuses on the development of electrostatic machines. Use of the earth's electric field to power electrostatic motors; Description of an electrostatic motor designed by Benjamin Franklin in 1748; Different designs of electrostatic motors.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00368733
Volume :
231
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Scientific American
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
20294470
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/scientificamerican1174-126