Abstract
The so-called Casimir effect is one of the most interesting macro-quantum effects. Being negligible on the macro-scale it becomes a governing factor below structure sizes of 1 μm where it accounts for typically 100 kN m -2. The force does not depend on gravity, or electric charge but solely on the materials properties, and geometrical shape. This makes the effect a strong candidate for micro(nano)-mechanical devices M(N)EMS. Despite a long history of research the theory lacks a uniform description valid for arbitrary geometries which retards technical application. We present an advanced state-of-the-art numerical tool overcoming all the usual geometrical restrictions, capable of calculating arbitrary 3D geometries by utilizing the Casimir Polder approximation for the Casimir force.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Space Technology and Applications International Forum, STAIF 2007, including Co-located Conferences |
Pages | 1148-1155 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Volume | 880 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2007 |
Event | Space Technology and Applications International Forum: Space Renaissance: Inspiring the Next Generation, STAIF-2007 - Albuquerque, NM, United States Duration: 11 Feb 2007 → 15 Feb 2007 |
Conference
Conference | Space Technology and Applications International Forum: Space Renaissance: Inspiring the Next Generation, STAIF-2007 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | Albuquerque, NM |
Period | 11/02/07 → 15/02/07 |
Keywords
- Arbitrary geometries
- Casimir effect
- Casimir Polder forces
- Numerical Simulation