Thrust of an ionocraft lifter
The thrust of an ionocraft lifter is the upward force generated by moving ions through air using high voltage, allowing the device to lift itself.
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0.2 N · thrust
Thrust · representative
Typical recorded range: 0.01 N to 1 N.
A little perspective
Thrust of an ionocraft lifter vs Weight of a 180 g apple: weight comparison
The weight of a 180 g apple is about 8.83 times the thrust of an ionocraft lifter.
FORCE
The thrust of an ionocraft lifter is the upward force generated by moving ions through air using high voltage, allowing the device to lift itself.
This is the downward force exerted by gravity on an average eating apple.
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Thrust of an ionocraft lifter
Thrust: 0.2 N; representative; range 0.01 N–1 N.
A representative 0.2 N electrohydrodynamic-thrust model for a small atmospheric ionocraft lifter. Electrode geometry, voltage, air conditions and test setup strongly affect thrust.
Defined examples — our methodology
The marked thrust is calibrated. Unmeasured illustration details are representative.
Weight of a 180 g apple
Weight: 1.765 N; example.
Force on a 180 g apple at standard Earth gravity. Its mass is 0.18 kg.
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The marked weight is calibrated. Unmeasured illustration details are representative.
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Why we use 0.2 N
We compare the thrust of an ionocraft lifter. This is a representative comparison value; individual specimens or conditions can vary. The recorded range is 0.01 N to 1 N.
A representative 0.2 N electrohydrodynamic-thrust model for a small atmospheric ionocraft lifter. Electrode geometry, voltage, air conditions and test setup strongly affect thrust.
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Recorded properties
Dimensions and measurements
| Property | Selected value | Recorded range | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 N | 0.01 N to 1 N | representative |
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Nearest lower valueFundamental physicsThrust of a Hall-effect satellite thruster0.1 NThrustThe thrust of a Hall-effect satellite thruster is the force produced by accelerating ions with a magnetic field to propel a spacecraft.Around the same scaleFundamental physicsThrust of a gridded ion engine0.09 NThrustThe thrust of a gridded ion engine is the force generated by accelerating ions through electrostatic grids to provide propulsion in space.
Nearest higher valueGravity and forceTen-metre centrifuge at two rpm0.4387 NEquivalent force on a 1 kg sampleA ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm is a rotating device used to simulate artificial gravity by spinning samples at a controlled speed.Sources and method
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GravityWeight of a 180 g apple1.765 NThis is the downward force exerted by gravity on an average eating apple.Fundamental physicsThrust of a Hall-effect satellite thruster0.1 NThe thrust of a Hall-effect satellite thruster is the force produced by accelerating ions with a magnetic field to propel a spacecraft.GravityTen-metre centrifuge at two rpm0.4387 NA ten-metre centrifuge at two rpm is a rotating device used to simulate artificial gravity by spinning samples at a controlled speed.Fundamental physicsThrust of a gridded ion engine0.09 NThe thrust of a gridded ion engine is the force generated by accelerating ions through electrostatic grids to provide propulsion in space.GravityParabolic-flight microgravity arc0.02 NA parabolic-flight microgravity arc is a flight manoeuvre that creates short periods of near-weightlessness for people and experiments inside an aircraft.GravityBinary-star planet tidal acceleration0.01 NBinary-star planet tidal acceleration is the difference in gravitational pull experienced across a planet due to the influence of two stars.Fundamental physicsSoap film pull on a wire0.006 NSoap film pull on a wire is the force created by the surface tension of a soap film stretched across a wire frame.GravityMoon gravity force on a 70 kg astronaut113.4 NThis is the gravitational force exerted on a 70 kg person standing on the surface of the Moon, reflecting the Moon's weaker gravity compared to Earth's.