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Bob Shell: Nasa’s Nazis and Alternative Physics

AI illustration of Oak Ridge National Laboratory regarding an article about alternative physics
AI Illustration of Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Text by Bob Shell, Copyright 2024

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Nasa’s Nazis and Alternative Physics

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A physicist friend who used to work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory recently sent me a truly amazing book. It’s titled ‘The Philosophers’ Stone: Alchemy and the Secret Research for Exotic Matter’ by Joseph P. Farrell.

The book gets off to a very slow start, and I almost put it aside and didn’t finish reading it, but on page 99 it really takes off and gets to it’s real meat close to the end. 

Did you know that strands of DNA are superconductors at biological temperatures? From my background in biology I know that it’s been known for some time that nerve signals in animals move faster than can be accounted for by the standard models of chemical signalling across synaptic gaps, but no one had proposed a model to explain it, so the phenomenon was swept under the carpet and ignored. 

Superconduction by DNA solves the question of this phenomenon neatly. Superconduction is the movement of electrical current at maximum speed with no resistance, no production of heat. Normal superconduction occurs only at very low temperatures, and the requirement to keep the systems at these very low temperatures has limited the practical use of superconductors. 

I’d heard of the Nazi Glock (‘Bell’) device somewhere before, but knew nothing about it. Farrell has investigated it in depth. The Bell was a device with a nonconductive bell-shaped ceramic outer shell and two rotating drums inside. It was some two meters tall with a hook on top to allow it to be lifted and moved. The two drums contained small amounts of mercury. As the drums spun, the mercury spread out into a thin film on their inner surfaces. Whether the drums were concentric or one atop the other is unclear from available information. The drums rotated in opposite directions at very high speed. This created a field of some sort around the device that could be deadly to people who got too close. Dr. Huburtus Strughold, the doctor associated with the project tested it on concentration camp inmates to determine the effects on humans at various distances from the Bell. (Later he became NASA’s director of space medicine! NASA’s history is full of Nazis! From von Braun on down!) 

The device lost weight, as well when the drums were spinning. 

Ancient Indian texts describe vimenas, flying machines, using spinning rings of mercury to produce lift. Apparently the Nazi scientists were inspired by this. They were seeking new propulsion systems. 

Toward the end of the book, Farrell goes into alternate theories of physics proposed by Pascual Jordan and Burkhart Heim, two neglected physicists who have been ignored by today’s physicists because they were committed Nazis. 

In my 2019 book ‘Cosmic Dance’ I proposed quantum time. Jordan worked on quantization of spacetime! He was onto this in the 1940’s!! I though the idea was mine, sigh!

Jordan believed that the constants of physics were not fixed, as most physicists believed then, and still believe today. He theorized that those constants varied over time. He believed that the Earth’s gravity varied over time. This variation in gravity was, he believed, because the Earth’s mass had varied over time. He attributed this variation to torsion caused by the Earth’s rotation. I find this idea intriguing, because I proposed in ‘Cosmic Dance’ that the reason dinosaur footprints were all too shallow might be due to lower gravity back then. The animals weighed much less than they’d weigh today. 

Heim developed the Unified Field Theory that Einstein was unable to develop, using only six dimensions, not the twenty or more demanded by string theory. 

Heim lost his eyesight, arms, and most of his hearing as a result of one of his experiments in developing his theory. Undaunted by this, he continued working until his death many years later in 2001. 

There is a well-known photograph of Adolf Hitler leaning over to study a map as he plans the invasion of France. In the photo with him is Hermann Goring and Baron Jesco von Puttkamer, Hitler’s personal Adjutant and representative of the Kreigsmarine, the German wartime navy. 

What did Puttkamer do after the war? He worked for NASA in some unspecified job and was listed as a ‘consultant’ to Gene Roddenberry on Star Trek and Star Trek: The Next Generation!

Anyway, I think you’d find this book as exciting and fascinating as I did. 

Farrell refers to another book that I somehow missed in my UFO research: ‘UFOs and Anti-Gravity: Piece for a Jigsaw’ by Leonard Cramp. It was published in 1966 and reprinted in 1996 and goes into Heim’s research in detail. Now that I know about this book I’ll have to get a copy. 

NASA was aware of all the Nazi research on antigravity and unusual methods of propulsion, and Paperclipped many of the Nazi scientists involved to work for them. 

If the doors of US government secrecy are ever thrown open, some very nasty stuff will come out.

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About The Author: Bob Shell is a professional photographer, author, former editor in chief of Shutterbug Magazine and veteran contributor to this blog. He is currently serving a 35 year sentence for involuntary manslaughter for the death of Marion Franklin, one of his former models.  He is serving the 15th year of his sentence at Pocahontas State Correctional Facility, Virginia. To read additional articles by Bob Shell, click here: https://tonywardstudio.com/blog/bob-shell-is-there-a-fifth-force-of-nature/

Bob Shell: Is There a ‘Fifth” Force of Nature?

Particle accelerator in science lab
Particle accelerator illustration generated by A.I.

Text by Bob Shell, Copyright 2024

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Is There a ‘Fifth’ Force of Nature?

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For several weeks newsmedia have been reporting on the possible discovery of a ‘fifth’ force of nature. Scientists at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, Illinois, sent a muon around their fifty foot accelerator donut. Muons are elementary particles with negative charges like electrons, but are much more massive. The Standard Model of nuclear physics predicts they will behave in predictable ways. Most physicists accept the Standard Model. 

When a muon is accelerated in a particle accelerator it spins like a top, and it wobbles. In more technical terms, it precesses. Think of it as like the Earth. Our planet ‘spins,’ rotates as it goes around in its orbit, and it wobbles. That wobble causes the well-known precession of the equinoxes. Similarly, the muon wobbles and precesses. Its precessions ought to be predicted by the Standard Model. Only when the Fermi scientists actually tested it in 2021, it didn’t precess as it should have. It deviated by a tiny fraction, but that tiny fraction’s implications were huge. 

Because this upset the Standard Model’s applecart, they recently did the tests again with improved precision, and the damned little muon still refused to follow the Standard Model. This is big news in physics because it shows that the Standard Model is flawed, and, at least in this case, wrong. Perhaps the whole Standard Model is wrong. 

This research could open the door to a new Standard Model which would radically reconfigure physics as a whole. Much work will have to be done to develop the new Standard Model. 

The reason this is of particular interest to me hinges on the four accepted forces of nature, electromagnetism, the strong nuclear force that holds atoms together, the weak nuclear force that allows radioactive decay, and gravity. 

In a gedanken, a thought experiment as Einstein called them, I realized some years ago that this is dead wrong. 

Gravity is not a force of nature at all. It is merely an emergent phenomenon. 

An emergent phenomenon is simply a phenomenon we perceive that actually emerges from something else. A good example is heat. We perceive heat, but heat is merely an emergent phenomenon. Heat is actually molecular/atomic motion, although we do not perceive it as such. We perceive heat. 

Similarly, we perceive gravity, but what it actually is, is the effect of mass on spacetime. We are pulled toward the earth, not by an elementary force, but simply because our feet are closer to the mass of the Earth than our heads. Our heads are accelerating through spacetime faster than our feet. Black holes have near infinite ‘gravitational attraction’ because movement through the time dimension of spacetime ceases at the event horizon of a black hole. 

Saying that gravity is a fundamental force of nature is just wrong, and has always been wrong. Physicists speak of the difficulty of reconciling the ‘force’ of gravity with general relatively. There is nothing to reconcile. ‘Time dilation’ in proximity to mass is right there in front of their faces in general relatively, and has been experimentally verified. Clocks on the International Space Station run faster than identical clocks on Earth. (Somehow NASA got this backwards in one of their press releases!) 

Einstein, riding in an elevator at the Swiss patent office where he worked, had the realization that gravity was nothing more than acceleration. But he didn’t carry that realization to its natural conclusion that gravity isn’t a force at all. I suppose he was too steeped in Newtonian physics to make the leap. 

Readers of my 2019 book ‘COSMIC DANCE’ may recall that I wrote about this then. I plan to expand on this idea in the sequel I’m writing now.

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About The Author: Bob Shell is a professional photographer, author, former editor in chief of Shutterbug Magazine and veteran contributor to this blog. He is currently serving a 35 year sentence for involuntary manslaughter for the death of Marion Franklin, one of his former models.  He is serving the 15th year of his sentence at Pocahontas State Correctional Facility, Virginia. To read additional articles by Bob Shell, click here: https://tonywardstudio.com/blog/bob-shell-cicadas/

The Assassination Attempt on Trump: A Wake-Up Call for the Secret Service

Television coverage of the assassination attempt on Trump
Assassination Attempt on Trump.

The Assassination Attempt on Trump: A Wake-Up Call for the Secret Service

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The recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves across the nation, highlighting vulnerabilities within the Secret Service’s protective measures. As details unfold, this incident could mark a pivotal moment in the evolution of presidential security protocols.

The audacious attempt occurred during a public engagement, raising immediate questions about the adequacy of current security measures. Trump, known for his polarizing presence and large, fervent crowds, has always posed a unique challenge to the Secret Service. However, the attempt on his life has exposed critical gaps that must be addressed to ensure the safety of current and future leaders.

The Secret Service, an agency with a storied history of protecting America’s highest office, will now face intense scrutiny. Traditionally, their strategy has relied on a combination of physical barriers, advanced technology, and meticulous planning. Despite these measures, the attack on Trump demonstrates that no system is foolproof and that constant adaptation is necessary.

One significant area of concern is the balance between accessibility and security. Modern presidents, including Trump, thrive on direct engagement with the public. This openness, while politically advantageous, inherently increases risk. The Secret Service may need to reassess how to protect leaders without completely isolating them from their supporters. Innovative approaches, such as enhanced crowd monitoring and the use of artificial intelligence to identify threats in real-time, could become standard practice.

Another aspect under consideration is the training and readiness of Secret Service agents. The Trump assassination attempt has underscored the need for continuous, rigorous training programs that prepare agents for a wide array of scenarios. This includes not only physical threats but also cyber-attacks and other forms of modern terrorism. Emphasizing agility and rapid response will be crucial.

The psychological aspect of security is also paramount. Ensuring that agents remain vigilant and prepared for potential threats requires a supportive and well-structured work environment. This could mean increased mental health support and resilience training to help agents manage the stress of their roles effectively.

In the aftermath of this event, the Secret Service is likely to undergo significant reforms. These could include technological upgrades, revised protocols for public engagements, and enhanced training regimens. The goal will be to build a security apparatus that can preemptively identify and neutralize threats while adapting to the ever-changing landscape of potential dangers.

The assassination attempt on Trump serves as a stark reminder that the protection of the nation’s leaders is an evolving challenge. For the Secret Service, this incident is a catalyst for reflection and improvement, ensuring that future presidents are safeguarded against both known and emerging threats. As the agency undertakes these critical reforms, the safety of America’s highest office will remain a paramount priority, reinforcing the resilience and adaptability of this essential institution.

In The Moment: The Art & Photography of Harvey Finkle

Exhibition announcement for Harvey Winkle at the Woodmere Museum of Art
Harvey Finkle at The Woodmere Museum.

In The Moment: The Art & Photography of Harvey Finkle

About the Exhibition

The work of the Philadelphia-born photographer and activist Harvey Finkle offers an intimate view of the hardships, sacrifices, and joys experienced by members of the diverse communities and political movements he has engaged with over the course of his career. In the Moment explores photography’s ability to interrogate social inequities, arouse empathy, and inspire political action. Consisting of photographs that Finkle has taken over the past half-decade, the show surveys the multiple and sophisticated ways in which his work forges meaningful connections with its audiences. Guest-curated by Antongiulio Sorgini, categorical groupings take us through Finkle’s journey, chronicling the stories that shape our collective consciousness.
 
 

Behind The Scene: With Kasheem “The Dream” Peterson


Photographs by Al B For, Copyright 2024

Text by Tony Ward, Copyright 2024

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Behind The Scene:  With Kasheem “The Dream” Peterson

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This shoot brought back a lot of memories.  It started with a text from a very good friend of mine that recommended that I take a call from a guy who he thought I would find interesting to photograph.  His name is Kasheem Peterson.  I said ok I’ll respond should he try to contact me.  Sure enough he did. Within minutes after responding to my friend’s recommendation Kasheem did indeed reach out.  He said that he needed some new photographs and that he was in the adult film business.  That statement was what brought back the memories of decades past when I was producing content for Penthouse and other high end adult magazines.   Kasheem was well up to the task and made the transition from clothed to unclothed in the blink of an eye.

He arrived ahead of schedule.  Which is always a good sign.  He was polite, friendly, confident and ready to rock the set with a body that was defined by years of conditioning, discipline and lots of work in the gym.  Instead of making him feel comfortable, he made the crew feel at ease while we produced some fabulous photographs for an industry in which he has become a Star.

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To learn more about Kasheem Peterson, link here: https://tonyward.com/feature-kasheem-the-dream-peterson/