Scalar EM Demodulator (Scalar-to-Vector)

Extracts detectable vector field from encoded scalar potential

$145 plan

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Technical Specifications

Classification Scalar EM — Detection

Demodulation Nonlinear sampling (tunnel diode or resonant barrier)

Input Scalar wave front (null-coil front end)

Output Transverse EM at IF frequency

Dynamic Range 40 dB

Frequency 1 kHz–100 MHz input

Difficulty 3 / 5

Est. Build Cost $280–$580

Est. Build Time 3–6 weeks

Overview

A scalar EM wave, if Bearden's framework is accepted, carries information in the scalar potential component — not in the classical magnetic vector potential. Conventional antennas and receivers are insensitive to it. The scalar-to-vector demodulator uses a fast-switching nonlinear element (transistor or tunnel diode) that samples the potential asymmetrically, producing a transverse EM output proportional to the incoming scalar signal. This is analogous to the detection mechanism Bearden attributed to Soviet scalar weapon detection in the 1980s. The device uses a biased Josephson-like junction (approximated at room temperature with a resonant tunnel diode circuit), a sampling oscilloscope front end, and a DSP demodulation stage. This plan is paired with the Scalar Interferometer and Longitudinal Transmitter as a complete experimental system.

Intended Research Use

Scalar potential demodulation, longitudinal-to-transverse conversion experiments, Bearden scalar EM detection framework validation.

Bill of Materials (15 components)

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01 Tunnel diode (1N3716 or GI103A, ×4)

02 Resonant cavity (precision machined aluminum)

03 Low-noise amplifier, 40dB, 1-100MHz

04 AD8302 gain/phase detector IC

05 Sampling oscilloscope input circuit (plan included)

06 14-bit ADC module (100 MSPS)

07 FPGA development board (Xilinx Artix-7)

08 Null coil (caduceus, from companion plan)

09 DSP demodulation firmware (Verilog, included)

10 Precision bias voltage reference (LTZ1000)

11 Low-noise PSU (linear, ±12V)

12 Temperature-stabilized oscillator (TCXO, 10 MHz)

13 RF shielded enclosure

14 SMA connectors + PCB (×12)

15 Digital display (I2C OLED)

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Complete plan PDF including all specs, winding geometry, drive circuit schematics, measurement protocols, and Gerber files where applicable.

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Complete build documentation (PDF)

Winding specs + circuit schematics

Measurement + verification protocols

Sourcing guide for all BOM items

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Build Difficulty

Intermediate — requires basic RF electronics experience.

Est. cost: $280–$580
Est. time: 3–6 weeks