SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 22, 2025Scientific American

Can Earth’s Rotation Be a Power Source? Physicists Debate Bold New Idea

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Physicists claim they can generate electricity from Earth's rotation through its magnetic field using a specially designed device. The controversial experiment produced a tiny voltage, but if verified and scaled up, it could potentially provide emission-free power in remote locations or for medical applications.

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