In this particular blog, we'll be talking about Perpetual motion machines , better known as free or unlimited/infinite energy devices
Which has become a trend over all of the social media and unfortunately it is spreading wrong information to masses..
ELECTRICITY AND IT'S PRODUCTION
In simple words, electricity is the flow of tiny particles called electrons through a conductor. It is a form of energy that powers our modern world and can be used to operate devices and machines.
Overall, electricity is a fundamental aspect of modern life and is essential to powering the technology and infrastructure that makes our world function.
Electricity is produced through a process called electrical generation. There are different methods for generating electricity, but the most common one involves the conversion of a source of energy into electrical energy. This is typically done in a power plant, where large turbines are turned by steam or falling water. The turbines are connected to generators that convert the mechanical energy into electrical energy.
The source of energy that is used to turn the turbines can vary. In some cases, it is the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil, or natural gas that produces the steam needed to turn the turbines. In other cases, nuclear reactions are used to produce heat, which then generates steam to turn the turbines. There are also renewable sources of energy that can be used, such as wind, solar, hydroelectric, and geothermal power.
Once the electrical energy is generated, it is transmitted through power lines to homes, businesses, and other locations where it is needed. It can be used to power everything from light bulbs and appliances to industrial machinery and transportation systems
The need to free electricity/energy
the idea of free or infinite energy is still attractive to many people because it could potentially provide a solution to some of the world's biggest challenges, such as energy scarcity and climate change. If it were possible to generate unlimited amounts of energy without relying on non-renewable resources or producing harmful emissions, it could transform the way we live and work, and help to create a more sustainable future.
Imagine never getting a power cuttoff at your home , or never paying electricity taxes or bills cause it would available infinetly.
What does the term 'free energy' exactly mean
In the context of physics, "free energy" refers to the amount of energy in a thermodynamic system that is available to do work. It is also known as Gibbs free energy, named after American physicist J. Willard Gibbs who developed the concept.
In popular culture, the term "free energy" is sometimes used to refer to the idea of perpetual motion machines or devices that can generate energy without any external input.
Spread of free energy content over the social media
Just search free energy or the synonyms on any content filled social media such as YouTube or face book , and you'll run across tons of videos with millions of views and likes
And unfortunately most of them are Indian.
They basically show making of some kind of project or generators using some elements which you'll find common in most of the videos
And that's basic electronic stuff such as some copper coils , magnets , motors , dynamos and etc. The videos and the projects are setup the way that it looks way to much professional to not believe it and with millions of views the amount of people who would have actually thought to make it would have most probably spent his hard earned money and time in trying making any of those just to regret later and brainstorming why it isn't working. But as they say
"the hardest part of building a perpetual motion machine is to hide the batteries"
Perpetual motion
The concept of perpetual motion has a long history that dates back to ancient times. The idea of a machine that could run indefinitely without any external energy input was first proposed by Greek philosopher Aristotle in the 4th century BCE. He suggested the possibility of a device that could move perpetually by exploiting the natural motion of the universe.
In the centuries that followed, many other philosophers, inventors, and scientists explored the concept of perpetual motion. Leonardo da Vinci, for example, designed several machines that he believed could operate perpetually, including a self-propelled cart and a water clock. However, none of his designs were successful.
In the 17th century, the scientific understanding of energy and motion began to evolve, and the laws of thermodynamics were developed. These laws set limits on the amount of work that can be done by any energy source and made it clear that perpetual motion is impossible.
Despite the scientific consensus that perpetual motion is impossible, inventors and enthusiasts have continued to pursue the idea throughout history. In the 19th century, for example, many inventors claimed to have created perpetual motion machines, but all of these claims were eventually debunked.
In modern times, the concept of perpetual motion has become associated with the idea of "free energy" or "zero-point energy," which proposes that there is a vast, untapped source of energy in the universe that can be harnessed to power machines indefinitely. However, there is no scientific evidence to support this idea, and it is widely regarded as a pseudoscientific concept.
But why did no one succeed ?
The concept of perpetual motion has been the subject of fascination for centuries, and many inventors and scientists have attempted to create such machines. However, the laws of physics dictate that perpetual motion is impossible, and all attempts to create such devices have failed.
The reason why perpetual motion is impossible can be explained by the laws of thermodynamics. These laws describe the behavior of energy in a closed system and set limits on the amount of work that can be done by any energy source.
The first law of thermodynamics, also known as the law of conservation of energy, states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another. This means that any energy used to power a machine or device must come from an external source, and that the total amount of energy in a closed system remains constant.
The second law of thermodynamics states that the total entropy (or disorder) of a closed system will always increase over time. This means that any machine or device that operates continuously will inevitably lose energy to its surroundings in the form of heat, and that this energy loss will eventually cause the machine to stop working.
In other words, any machine that is designed to operate perpetually without any external source of energy would violate the laws of thermodynamics. While it is possible to create machines that can operate for a long time with minimal energy input, such as a pendulum clock, these devices must eventually be wound up or recharged in order to continue operating.
In summary, perpetual motion is a concept that has fascinated inventors and scientists for centuries, but it is impossible to create a machine or device that can operate indefinitely without an external source of energy. The laws of thermodynamics dictate that any machine that operates continuously will eventually lose energy to its surroundings and eventually stop working.
How can we stop the fake zero point energy trend
When I was in fourth standard the idea of connecting a motor's output wire into the input source always fascinated me and for a fact in one way or another everyone came to think this in there life once. At that time I decided to ask that to my teacher and he laughed and didn't answered. Because the basic this question looks the answer is a little complex comparatively, I mean you can't explain thermodynamic to a 4rth grade student .
The only difference between us and the fake youtubers is that I decided to end my curiosity and Googled it and they decided to milk the juicy YouTube money . I learnt the lesson to not believe anything some says on a video
And others did too , but through the hard way
People should try gaining some knowledge before believing on any scientific topic or get a fact check before attempting any project. The second most important step would be to report such fake Content and take a look at the genuine underrated YouTubers teaching us real science and not getting enough views
Some such youtubers are
ELECTROBOOM : channel link
VERITASIUM : channel link
NILE RED : channel link
etc..
- Scientrust, Sarth Priyadarshi
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