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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
On Thu, 15 Nov 2007 02:47:05 -0000, "Mike Kaliski"
wrote: It seems that everyone was so busy laughing on this newsgroup, Hi Mike, As well crafted a line for trolling as any.... that no one has actually provided any information as to whether any detailed research has ever been carried out as to what is going on within the radiating elements of an antenna. This, as the lawyers would say, argues a fact not yet in evidence. Your statement appears to be one that can only be satisfied by meeting a string of conditions: 1. The actuality of "actually," who is the arbiter of this? This group has long experienced denial by inventors that their theories have never been "actually" disproved. "Actually" is one of those rubbery words that fits any argument that lack definition; 2. "detailed research?" Another qualifier that invites the rejection of any contribution for lacking unspecified requirements; 3. "what is going on?" Now THERE is a technical goal for detailed research to be provided as information. 4. "within the radiating elements?" Is this to presume there is some distinct radiation from "within" elements? This would be a remarkable measurement achievement to tease it out from the rest. [Could we use a Gaussian sieve?] There is loads of theory in the text books, but I If you moved to the fiction shelves would you say there is loads of drama in them? [More to the matter, what would you expect?] have yet to see any empirical measurements or results. Of what? Actual detailed results of what is going on within radiating elements? Help us out here. What instrumentation would be used? What units of measure would be employed? (In "what is going on" are we talking about Ohms, Volts, Amperes; or swimming, having a party, or getting laid off?). What qualifies as detail? How would we recognize it being actual? I am aware of the research into small loops carried out by Professor Underhill (also published in RadCom) but it seems that even his results have been disputed. Hmm, tantalizing, but how do small loops relate to "what is actually going on?" More so, where within the loop did Professor Underhill make his measurements, and what were they of? [I might point out here, editorially, that little content was posted by you up until this point, and it has evaporated following its solitary mention. If you stripped out everything, and simply fleshed out this sentence into a paragraph, it might be meaningful.] I may have submitted the post, tongue in cheek Then the joviality that your post heralds is merited, isn't it? This is called leading with your chin. , to stir things up a bit, but on reflection there seems to be something of merit in the idea. As your post seems to be wholly unrelated to the topic, and apparently a stream of consciousness from another thread, then this idea is adorned with rather vague suggestions. 73's Richard Clark, KB7QHC |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
Richard Clark wrote:
... 73's Richard Clark, KB7QHC Ahhh, at it again. A careful argument based on semantics, the authors choice of words, and standing on the arguments that no mistakes exist in our present knowledge and that new discoveries in the deep workings of antennas are yet to be discovered ... Yanno Richard, you argument is really the same argument--over, and over, and over again ... I keep wondering if others ever notice, or they all, to the VERY LAST ONE, are too polite to point out how childish it all really is? Regards, JS |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
"John Smith" wrote in message ... And the skills test is, find the missing "not" in the previous post! ;-) Regards, JS |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
On Wed, 14 Nov 2007 19:41:42 -0800, John Smith
wrote: A careful argument based on semantics, the authors choice of words, and standing on the arguments that no mistakes exist in our present knowledge and that new discoveries in the deep workings of antennas are yet to be discovered ... Talk about a mouthful of ****. Spit it out tell us how your really feel. 73's Richard Clark, KB7QHC |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
Richard Clark wrote:
On Wed, 14 Nov 2007 19:41:42 -0800, John Smith wrote: A careful argument based on semantics, the authors choice of words, and standing on the arguments that no mistakes exist in our present knowledge and that new discoveries in the deep workings of antennas are yet to be discovered ... Talk about a mouthful of ****. Spit it out tell us how your really feel. 73's Richard Clark, KB7QHC Huh? You jest, you have better mental comprehension than that ... What, you applying for SSI disability and attempting to use your posts to prove mental incompetence? Mad Cow Disease? ??? Get real ... yawn. JS |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
"Richard Clark" wrote in message ... On Thu, 15 Nov 2007 02:47:05 -0000, "Mike Kaliski" wrote: It seems that everyone was so busy laughing on this newsgroup, Hi Mike, As well crafted a line for trolling as any.... that no one has actually provided any information as to whether any detailed research has ever been carried out as to what is going on within the radiating elements of an antenna. This, as the lawyers would say, argues a fact not yet in evidence. Your statement appears to be one that can only be satisfied by meeting a string of conditions: 1. The actuality of "actually," who is the arbiter of this? This group has long experienced denial by inventors that their theories have never been "actually" disproved. "Actually" is one of those rubbery words that fits any argument that lack definition; 2. "detailed research?" Another qualifier that invites the rejection of any contribution for lacking unspecified requirements; 3. "what is going on?" Now THERE is a technical goal for detailed research to be provided as information. 4. "within the radiating elements?" Is this to presume there is some distinct radiation from "within" elements? This would be a remarkable measurement achievement to tease it out from the rest. [Could we use a Gaussian sieve?] There is loads of theory in the text books, but I If you moved to the fiction shelves would you say there is loads of drama in them? [More to the matter, what would you expect?] have yet to see any empirical measurements or results. Of what? Actual detailed results of what is going on within radiating elements? Help us out here. What instrumentation would be used? What units of measure would be employed? (In "what is going on" are we talking about Ohms, Volts, Amperes; or swimming, having a party, or getting laid off?). What qualifies as detail? How would we recognize it being actual? I am aware of the research into small loops carried out by Professor Underhill (also published in RadCom) but it seems that even his results have been disputed. Hmm, tantalizing, but how do small loops relate to "what is actually going on?" More so, where within the loop did Professor Underhill make his measurements, and what were they of? [I might point out here, editorially, that little content was posted by you up until this point, and it has evaporated following its solitary mention. If you stripped out everything, and simply fleshed out this sentence into a paragraph, it might be meaningful.] I may have submitted the post, tongue in cheek Then the joviality that your post heralds is merited, isn't it? This is called leading with your chin. , to stir things up a bit, but on reflection there seems to be something of merit in the idea. As your post seems to be wholly unrelated to the topic, and apparently a stream of consciousness from another thread, then this idea is adorned with rather vague suggestions. 73's Richard Clark, KB7QHC Hi Richard Thanks for yor comments and encouragement. I can well understand your skepticism and accept that this idea is pretty far out. As you rightly point out, there are a whole host of issues revolving around what is being defined, measurement methods and interpretation of results. The small transmitting loop efficiency experiments were carried out using thermographic imaging to try and identify areas of heating within the loops. The areas with maximum heating would indicate high current flow or high resistance. This information was used to try and derive a theory of operation and efficiency figures for the loops. The idea being to prove that efficiency was in fact higher than predicted by the Chu theory. The methodology and results of the experiment were challenged and Chu theory seems to have won out, at least for the time being. I don't see that there would be any need to invoke non standard units for experimental measurements, ohms, amps and volts should suffice. I have not worked out the best measurement methods or instrumentation to use, but I am sure that existing equipment and techniques will suffice. Small sampling coils, hall effect devices, temperature measurement probes and thermal cameras are all available at prices which an amateur experimenter can afford, so there is no reason why these experiments could not be carried out in a domestic environment rather then an industrial one. The reason for specifying a single radiating element is because directional and reflecting elements absorb and re-radiate RF energy. Once the properties of a single element are known, then it is possible to add additional elements and make further measurements and assessments of performance. Since it is already known that all the elements of an antenna interact with one another, it is important to start with the basics and work up from there. The choice of the word 'within' was unfortunate because I accept that there is nothing going on actually within an antenna element, skin effect ensuring that RF travels on the outside of conductors. So I come back to my assertion that very little detail seems to have been published about what is happening really close in to antennas i.e. on the actual elements making up the antenna. Loads of stuff about near field and far field experiments, but not specific points of radiation from the antenna elements. It may all be a complete waste of time but at least I will have fun and hopefully learn some new stuff doing it. Regards Mike G0ULI |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
On Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:29:08 -0000, "Mike Kaliski"
wrote: Thanks for yor comments and encouragement. I can well understand your skepticism and accept that this idea is pretty far out. As you rightly point out, there are a whole host of issues revolving around what is being defined, measurement methods and interpretation of results. Hi Mike, OK, but this still tells me nothing of what issue you think I am skeptical about! The small transmitting loop efficiency experiments were carried out using thermographic imaging to try and identify areas of heating within the loops. Good, that is instructive. The areas with maximum heating would indicate high current flow or high resistance. More properly, their product - Watts. This information was used to try and derive a theory of operation and efficiency figures for the loops. The idea being to prove that efficiency was in fact higher than predicted by the Chu theory. This names only one theory and doesn't actually illustrate any differences. The methodology and results of the experiment were challenged and Chu theory seems to have won out, at least for the time being. Again, all of this is suggestive, not informative. Returning to your earlier complaint of "detailed research" we have no details beyond heat imaging challenging the establishment. I don't see that there would be any need to invoke non standard units for experimental measurements, ohms, amps and volts should suffice. Too often, this group has to wade through "what it is not" instead of "what it is." Tell us what specific units would be convincing for you, as you have introduced a complaint that needs to be satisfied. I have not worked out the best measurement methods or instrumentation to use, but I am sure that existing equipment and techniques will suffice. I have worked on a world of instruments (more than anyone here). Believe me, that experience has NOT answered the question of the ages. Small sampling coils, hall effect devices, temperature measurement probes and thermal cameras are all available at prices which an amateur experimenter can afford, so there is no reason why these experiments could not be carried out in a domestic environment rather then an industrial one. OK, by induction, I presume you are harkening back to these thermal maps or imaging. Well, in fact they have been done, their results have been posted to the net and argued here. You didn't get the invitation? Unfortunately, that contributor was arguing smaller loops, coils specifically and the mapping was tangential to the rant. He promised more data when Spring weather would allow him to pursue this line of inquiry, but that was several Springs ago, and he has in the interval chosen to -um- till the same ground. The reason for specifying a single radiating element is because directional and reflecting elements absorb and re-radiate RF energy. Once the properties of a single element are known, then it is possible to add additional elements and make further measurements and assessments of performance. Since it is already known that all the elements of an antenna interact with one another, it is important to start with the basics and work up from there. True, and certainly it stands to improve clarity by reducing variables. The choice of the word 'within' was unfortunate because I accept that there is nothing going on actually within an antenna element, skin effect ensuring that RF travels on the outside of conductors. Plus, thermal imaging would be hard pressed to peer inside a conductor. So I come back to my assertion that very little detail seems to have been published about what is happening really close in to antennas i.e. on the actual elements making up the antenna. Loads of stuff about near field and far field experiments, but not specific points of radiation from the antenna elements. It may all be a complete waste of time but at least I will have fun and hopefully learn some new stuff doing it. You mean you are unfamiliar with this work. I've posted my own here to little attention, I don't think this cycle will attract much more, but here it is: http://home.comcast.net/~kb7qhc/ante...pole/index.htm This doesn't actually attend your preference of thermal mapping, but you are still vague to the point of "what is happening really close in to antennas" (even qualified by "on the actual elements" - there's that word actual again which lends nothing to a specification). There is an entire field of Science devoted to this (beyond the scope of many here who would anticipate my answer being "Fields"). This field is called Plasmonics. Books are written about it, pictures are taken of it, and I've sat through hours of presentations demonstrating it. Unfortunately, this crowd of investigators, like Arthur, have re-invented the wheel and they proclaim it is square. The long and short of it is that you stand to become more confused, but it could be rewarding if you wear asbestos. 73's Richard Clark, KB7QHC |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
Mike
I hope you learn from your exchange with Richard. His only interest is not to aid in your thoughts but to take a swipe at you after every paragraph. He is trying to taunt you. He will also intimate, but without saying so, that he has all the answers to your quandry as a way of enticing you for a longer dialogue which for him are far and few between on this newsgroup. Obviously you can now see why. I have been informed that he has responded to the "skin" thread. I have not read it nor will I reply to it, since I know before hand it will contain nothing but taunts either to me or the prior poster. The best thing for Richard's posts is if you must read them then smile at his childish actions and then move on. Either way, from now on he is going to take a swipe at you at every opportunity to provoke you into a dialogue with him where the scenario will repeat itself all over again. Tolerate him but without engagement. Best Regards Art Unwin.....KB9MZ....xg Richard Clark wrote: On Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:29:08 -0000, "Mike Kaliski" wrote: Thanks for yor comments and encouragement. I can well understand your skepticism and accept that this idea is pretty far out. As you rightly point out, there are a whole host of issues revolving around what is being defined, measurement methods and interpretation of results. Hi Mike, OK, but this still tells me nothing of what issue you think I am skeptical about! The small transmitting loop efficiency experiments were carried out using thermographic imaging to try and identify areas of heating within the loops. Good, that is instructive. The areas with maximum heating would indicate high current flow or high resistance. More properly, their product - Watts. This information was used to try and derive a theory of operation and efficiency figures for the loops. The idea being to prove that efficiency was in fact higher than predicted by the Chu theory. This names only one theory and doesn't actually illustrate any differences. The methodology and results of the experiment were challenged and Chu theory seems to have won out, at least for the time being. Again, all of this is suggestive, not informative. Returning to your earlier complaint of "detailed research" we have no details beyond heat imaging challenging the establishment. I don't see that there would be any need to invoke non standard units for experimental measurements, ohms, amps and volts should suffice. Too often, this group has to wade through "what it is not" instead of "what it is." Tell us what specific units would be convincing for you, as you have introduced a complaint that needs to be satisfied. I have not worked out the best measurement methods or instrumentation to use, but I am sure that existing equipment and techniques will suffice. I have worked on a world of instruments (more than anyone here). Believe me, that experience has NOT answered the question of the ages. Small sampling coils, hall effect devices, temperature measurement probes and thermal cameras are all available at prices which an amateur experimenter can afford, so there is no reason why these experiments could not be carried out in a domestic environment rather then an industrial one. OK, by induction, I presume you are harkening back to these thermal maps or imaging. Well, in fact they have been done, their results have been posted to the net and argued here. You didn't get the invitation? Unfortunately, that contributor was arguing smaller loops, coils specifically and the mapping was tangential to the rant. He promised more data when Spring weather would allow him to pursue this line of inquiry, but that was several Springs ago, and he has in the interval chosen to -um- till the same ground. The reason for specifying a single radiating element is because directional and reflecting elements absorb and re-radiate RF energy. Once the properties of a single element are known, then it is possible to add additional elements and make further measurements and assessments of performance. Since it is already known that all the elements of an antenna interact with one another, it is important to start with the basics and work up from there. True, and certainly it stands to improve clarity by reducing variables. The choice of the word 'within' was unfortunate because I accept that there is nothing going on actually within an antenna element, skin effect ensuring that RF travels on the outside of conductors. Plus, thermal imaging would be hard pressed to peer inside a conductor. So I come back to my assertion that very little detail seems to have been published about what is happening really close in to antennas i.e. on the actual elements making up the antenna. Loads of stuff about near field and far field experiments, but not specific points of radiation from the antenna elements. It may all be a complete waste of time but at least I will have fun and hopefully learn some new stuff doing it. You mean you are unfamiliar with this work. I've posted my own here to little attention, I don't think this cycle will attract much more, but here it is: http://home.comcast.net/~kb7qhc/ante...pole/index.htm This doesn't actually attend your preference of thermal mapping, but you are still vague to the point of "what is happening really close in to antennas" (even qualified by "on the actual elements" - there's that word actual again which lends nothing to a specification). There is an entire field of Science devoted to this (beyond the scope of many here who would anticipate my answer being "Fields"). This field is called Plasmonics. Books are written about it, pictures are taken of it, and I've sat through hours of presentations demonstrating it. Unfortunately, this crowd of investigators, like Arthur, have re-invented the wheel and they proclaim it is square. The long and short of it is that you stand to become more confused, but it could be rewarding if you wear asbestos. 73's Richard Clark, KB7QHC |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
On Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:27:52 -0800 (PST), art
wrote: I hope you learn from your exchange with Richard. Hi Arthur, Thanx for the flowers! 73's Richard Clark, KB7QHC |
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RSGB RadCom December 2007 Issue
"art" wrote in message ... Mike I hope you learn from your exchange with Richard. His only interest is not to aid in your thoughts but to take a swipe at you after every paragraph. He is trying to taunt you. He will also intimate, but without saying so, that he has all the answers to your quandry as a way of enticing you for a longer dialogue which for him are far and few between on this newsgroup. Obviously you can now see why. I have been informed that he has responded to the "skin" thread. I have not read it nor will I reply to it, since I know before hand it will contain nothing but taunts either to me or the prior poster. The best thing for Richard's posts is if you must read them then smile at his childish actions and then move on. Either way, from now on he is going to take a swipe at you at every opportunity to provoke you into a dialogue with him where the scenario will repeat itself all over again. Tolerate him but without engagement. Best Regards Art Unwin.....KB9MZ....xg snip Hi Art, Thanks for your comments. I am prepared to listen/debate whatever anyone has to say and consider their comments. As the USA is so fond of advising the world, everyone has a right to free speech. I listen, consider and then judge whether the comment is helpful or not in the circumstances. Having a completely open mind allows others to fill it with junk. But applying some critical judgement to the dross allows you to glean some nuggets of gold occasionally, just like life in general. The skill lies in being able to decide what is relevant and that comes with education and life experience. Cheers Mike G0ULI |
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