Ampere Tension
The scientific basis for FPT propulsion claims, central to the Hermanson/Banduric story.
01 Definition
Propulsion premise of Field Propulsion Technologies (FPT) based on novel electrodynamics. Disputed in the scientific literature.
02 Detailed_Analysis
Ampere Tension is the core propulsion premise of FPT, developed by Richard Banduric. Proposes novel electrodynamics effects producing propulsive forces without reaction mass. Disputed by mainstream physics.
03 Key_Facts
- ▸ FPT propulsion premise
- ▸ Developed by Richard Banduric
- ▸ Disputed in scientific literature
04 Deep_Dive_Intelligence
Ampere Tension is the core propulsion premise developed by Richard Banduric of Field Propulsion Technologies (FPT). It proposes that novel electrodynamics effects can produce propulsive forces without reaction mass. The premise is based on reinterpretation of electromagnetic theory and has been presented at APEC conferences. The scientific literature disputes the Ampere Tension premise, and it is not accepted by mainstream physics. Eric Hermanson researched Ampere Tension as FPT Chief Strategy Officer.
05 Intelligence_Analysis
FPT/Banduric propulsion premise based on novel electrodynamics; disputed in scientific literature.
06 Related_Terms (1)
07 Related_Entities (3)
08 Timeline_Mentions (10)
Banduric Electromagnetic Propulsion Patent
Richard Banduric files a European patent (EP0436405A1) for an electromagnetic energy propulsion engine that expels magnetic field pulses.
fusion-physicsBanduric Electromagnetic Engine Patent
Richard Banduric files (and later withdraws) a European patent for an electromagnetic energy propulsion engine.
fusion-physicsComplex Electric Field Patent Filed
Richard Banduric files a patent for interacting complex electric fields and static electric fields to effect motion without magnetic fields.
fusion-physicsProject Trivergence Bifurcation
The U.S. Trivergence Protocol program splits into a 'black track' at Skunk Works and a 'gray track' ecosystem including UnLAB and Field Propulsion Technologies.
defense-programsBanduric Maneuvering Patent
Richard Banduric files US20140009098A1 for a propellant-less maneuvering system using interacting electric fields.
fusion-physicsEric Hermanson joins Field Propulsion Technologies as CSO
Eric Hermanson contacted Richard Banduric and became Chief Strategy Officer of Field Propulsion Technologies (FPT), an Aurora, Colorado company pursuing novel electrodynamics propulsion.
PersonnelField Propulsion Technologies Inc. Founded
Richard Banduric founds FPT in Aurora, Colorado, to pursue 'New Electrodynamics' and propellant-less propulsion concepts.
fusion-physicsField Propulsion Technologies Founded
Richard Banduric founds Field Propulsion Technologies, Inc. (FPT) in Aurora, Colorado, to pursue 'New Electrodynamics'.
personnelFPT NSF Phase I Award
FPT receives $256,000 from the NSF for foundational research into Ampere Tension Forces for propellant-less spacecraft propulsion.
fusion-physicsSkunk Works CFR assessments and Israel compact fusion
2024 assessments of CFR program, Israeli compact fusion propulsion, and FPT advanced propulsion.
defense-programs09 FAQ
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Why does Ampere Tension matter? ▾
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Quick_Facts
- Category
- Advanced Physics
- Aliases
- Ampere Tension, ampere-tension, Ampere Tension propulsion
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- Related Terms
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