Abstract
Abstract
This paper presents a visionary concept for a global energy generation and distribution network utilizing an orbital array of magnetic coils to harvest electricity directly from Earth’s magnetic field. Leveraging Faraday induction, kilometer-scale conducting loops in low Earth orbit generate electrical power as they cut through geomagnetic lines, transforming orbital kinetic energy into usable electrical energy. This power is wirelessly transmitted to Earth via microwave, laser, or resonant Earth-ionosphere coupling—drawing inspiration from Nikola Tesla’s Wardenclyffe design—to a distributed network of ground-based receiver towers. Beyond energy supply, the system offers speculative planetary defense benefits by reinforcing Earth's magnetic field and ionospheric cavity to mitigate space weather threats such as solar storms. Engineering considerations include superconducting materials, large-scale coil deployment, orbital drag management, and global constellation coordination. The concept integrates and extends established technologies such as electrodynamic tethers and space-based solar power while proposing a transformative solution for continuous, renewable, and CO₂-free global energy delivery with potential dual-use defense applications. This defensive publication secures prior art for the design, encouraging further development toward practical realization.
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Recommended Citation
Terzi, Michael W., "Orbital Magnetic Coil System and Global Wireless Power Grid for Planetary Energy and Protection", Technical Disclosure Commons, (June 13, 2025)
https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/8232