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Douglas Miller will discuss Quantum Vacuum Propulsion physics based on Stochastic Electrodynamics, Hugh Deasy will present on the Deasy Propulsion and Energy System that harnesses Lorentz force to drive a centrifugal propulsion device, and Robert DeBiase will discuss the mathematical, experimental, and theoretical propulsion applications of the Casimir effect using wedge geometry. We’ll also be hearing updates from our lab partners and finishing off the event with an open discussion by conference attendees!
12:00pm PT – Douglas Miller – Quantum Vacuum Propulsion & Stochastic Electrodynamics
Douglas Miller will be presenting new approaches to Quantum Vacuum Propulsion, using ZPE Plasmoid Engines for fuel free space drives, along with vacuum catalyzed aneutronic fusion reactors. His approach comes from working in Stochastic Electrodynamics (SED), which he will describe as a superior lens for engineering work: delivering real stochastic ZPF waves (no ghosts), explaining tunneling via Lorentz forces and zitterbewegung jiggles, fixing paradoxes with tunable fields and emergent thermodynamics.
1:00pm PT – Hugh Deasy – Deasy Propulsion & Energy System
Dr. Hugh Deasy briefly describes the theory, simulations and experimental tests which have shown that a new approach to harnessing Lorentz force to produce a reactionless thrust, allowing simplicity of theory and ease of demonstration. His model leverages centrifugal propulsion approach said to generate an outward force; authors claim it can keep a craft aloft and guide vehicles. Deasy claims 50 Newtons of force for 10 Watts input, making this concept suitable flying cars and spaceflight with gentle atmospheric re-entry; potential energy extraction via co-moving arms coupled to a generator.
2:00pm PT – Robert Debiase – From Heisenberg to Bell: How Vacuum Engineering Became Nuclear Secrecy
Robert will be presenting a detailed overview of his research into generating macroscopic external Casimir forces using wedge geometry. His work draws from a century of theoretical and experimental research into the Casimir effect, supported by detailed mathematics and explained by extensive schematics and diagrams. The wedge geometry is useful for studying the electromagnetic Casimir effect because it’s simpler than curved boundaries but more complex than parallel plates, allowing for analysis of features like the Casimir force on sharp edges and tips. The wedge geometry allows for the calculation of both universal and non-universal contributions to the Casimir energy.
3:00pm PT – Lab Partners – Experimental Research Updates
Learn about hands-on engineering & technical research on advanced propulsion experiments by our lab partners. Mark Sokol’s team at Falcon Space is full engaged in Dynamic Nuclear Polarization research & testing; Drew Aurigema continues testing and refinement on the Exodus effect propulsion device, and Curtis Horn is focused on Mach effect propulsion on the MEGA-Drive team.
4:00pm PT – Open Discussion & Ad-Hoc Presentations
Conference guests interested in presenting experimental info to the group are invited to participate at this time, and our presenters will be available to take questions & discuss experiments.
Douglas Miller will discuss Quantum Vacuum Propulsion physics based on Stochastic Electrodynamics, Hugh Deasy will present on the Deasy Propulsion and Energy System that harnesses Lorentz force to drive a centrifugal propulsion device, and Robert DeBiase will discuss the mathematical, experimental, and theoretical propulsion applications of the Casimir effect using wedge geometry. We’ll also be hearing updates from our lab partners and finishing off the event with an open discussion by conference attendees!
12:00pm PT – Douglas Miller – Quantum Vacuum Propulsion & Stochastic Electrodynamics
Douglas Miller will be presenting new approaches to Quantum Vacuum Propulsion, using ZPE Plasmoid Engines for fuel free space drives, along with vacuum catalyzed aneutronic fusion reactors. His approach comes from working in Stochastic Electrodynamics (SED), which he will describe as a superior lens for engineering work: delivering real stochastic ZPF waves (no ghosts), explaining tunneling via Lorentz forces and zitterbewegung jiggles, fixing paradoxes with tunable fields and emergent thermodynamics.
1:00pm PT – Hugh Deasy – Deasy Propulsion & Energy System
Dr. Hugh Deasy briefly describes the theory, simulations and experimental tests which have shown that a new approach to harnessing Lorentz force to produce a reactionless thrust, allowing simplicity of theory and ease of demonstration. His model leverages centrifugal propulsion approach said to generate an outward force; authors claim it can keep a craft aloft and guide vehicles. Deasy claims 50 Newtons of force for 10 Watts input, making this concept suitable flying cars and spaceflight with gentle atmospheric re-entry; potential energy extraction via co-moving arms coupled to a generator.
2:00pm PT – Robert Debiase – From Heisenberg to Bell: How Vacuum Engineering Became Nuclear Secrecy
Robert will be presenting a detailed overview of his research into generating macroscopic external Casimir forces using wedge geometry. His work draws from a century of theoretical and experimental research into the Casimir effect, supported by detailed mathematics and explained by extensive schematics and diagrams. The wedge geometry is useful for studying the electromagnetic Casimir effect because it’s simpler than curved boundaries but more complex than parallel plates, allowing for analysis of features like the Casimir force on sharp edges and tips. The wedge geometry allows for the calculation of both universal and non-universal contributions to the Casimir energy.
3:00pm PT – Lab Partners – Experimental Research Updates
Learn about hands-on engineering & technical research on advanced propulsion experiments by our lab partners. Mark Sokol’s team at Falcon Space is full engaged in Dynamic Nuclear Polarization research & testing; Drew Aurigema continues testing and refinement on the Exodus effect propulsion device, and Curtis Horn is focused on Mach effect propulsion on the MEGA-Drive team.
4:00pm PT – Open Discussion & Ad-Hoc Presentations
Conference guests interested in presenting experimental info to the group are invited to participate at this time, and our presenters will be available to take questions & discuss experiments.




![Propellantless Propulsion Overview | Charles Buhler | Exodus 2024
NASA physicist Dr. Charles Buhler discusses a breakthrough propellantless space drive by Exodus Propulsion Technologies that exceeds 1g (9.8 m/s²) thrust in vacuum tests.
Dr. Charles Buhler is the co-founder of Exodus Propulsion Technology and lead scientist and co-founder of NASA’s Electrostatics and Surface Physics Laboratory at Kennedy Space Center. Dr. Buhler has a PhD in Condensed Matter Physics from Florida State University, which he received in 2000 while working on high temperature superconductors at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory.
Dr. Buhler has experience working with electrostatic discharge & ESD safety for the Space Shuttle Program, the International Space Station Program and the Hubble Space Telescope Program. He was also a Co-Investigator for three NASA Research Announcements funded by the Mars Exploration Program, and is currently working on NASAs Dust Project focused on utilizing electrostatic methods to remove dust from personnel and equipment that will be sent to the Moon through NASAs Constellation Program.
Dr. Buhler joins us today to discuss his independent research into field-effect propulsion systems at Exodus Technologies, leading to a patented new propulsion technology that requires no fuel or ejection-mass to produce thrust.
LINKS & RESOURCES:
Exodus Propulsion Technologies (Official Website)
https://www.exoduspropulsion.space/
Exodus Presentation - APEC Conference (Timestamped, ~ 1hr)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJjPi7uZ2OI&t=3696s
Exodus Propulsion Contact Information (Email)
cbuhler [at] exodustechnologies [dot] space
US Patent: US11511891B2 / WIPO Patent: WO2020159603A2
System and method for generating forces using asymmetrical electrostatic pressure
https://patents.google.com/patent/US11511891B2/en
Charles R. Buhler - IEEE Explore
https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/author/37267914400 Propellantless Propulsion Overview | Charles Buhler | Exodus 2024](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gFIOE-g6YI4/mqdefault.jpg)





