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There are solutions for that problem which involve a tiny source of alpha radiation and the atmosphere. Basically a modified lightning rod.
by qayxc 5y ago
There are solutions for that problem which involve a tiny source of alpha radiation and the atmosphere. Basically a modified lightning rod.
- godelski 5y agoSource? I'm not quite sure what you're saying and I haven't heard of it myself.
- qayxc 5y agoSure thing. Here you go: Safe on Mars Precursor Measurements Necessary to Support Human Operations on the Martian Surface (2002) Ch.3 Physical Environmental Hazards, Pg. 21 > A combination of technologies might also be considered, such as point-discharge, needlelike devices or even small radiation sources to prevent charge buildup. [0] The small radiation sources refer to weak sources of alpha radiation (think smoke detectors), whose low-energy alpha particles collide with the atmosphere, ionizing it in the process. The now conductive atmosphere in the vicinity of the rod-device would then be able to neutralize excess charge. [0] https://www.nap.edu/catalog/10360/safe-on-mars-precursor-measurements-necessary-to-support-human-operations https://www.nap.edu/catalog/10360/safe-on-mars-precursor-mea... The PDF version is available free of charge. The book can also be read online for free.