eV
Glossary term: eV
01 Executive_Summary
Electronvolt, a unit of energy equal to the energy gained by an electron moving across 1 volt. 1 eV ≈ 11,605 K.
02 Definition
Electronvolt, a unit of energy equal to the energy gained by an electron moving across 1 volt. 1 eV ≈ 11,605 K.
03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence
Overview
Electronvolt, a unit of energy equal to the energy gained by an electron moving across 1 volt. 1 eV ≈ 11,605 K.
Role: Glossary term: eV
Entity Type: Concept — eV is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
Technical Definition
Electronvolt, a unit of energy equal to the energy gained by an electron moving across 1 volt. 1 eV ≈ 11,605 K.
07 Key_Findings
- ▸ Entity Type: Concept — eV is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
09 Timeline_Mentions (10)
Dornier Combat Aerial Vehicle Development
Dornier and FFA AG develop a Combat Aerial Vehicle (CAV) in Switzerland.
defense-programsDornier Combat Aerial Vehicle
Dornier and FFA AG develop a Combat Aerial Vehicle (CAV) in Switzerland.
defense-programsKenneth Arnold (June 24, 1947): nine objects over Mt. Rainier, coined 'flying saucer,' started modern UFO era, led to Operation Sign
Private pilot. Nine objects. 1,200+ mph (supersonic pre-sound barrier). No tails. 'Like Chinese kite.' Coined 'flying saucer' (reporter misquote). Nationwide wave by July 4. Led to Operation Sign → Gr
uap-researchChristofilos conceives strong-focusing principle for accelerators
Patented 1950. Rediscovered by Brookhaven 1952. Revolutionized accelerators. Weapons application proposed by Wilson.
defense-programsProject Sherwood established
The U.S. AEC's classified controlled-fusion program begins at LANL and partner labs.
historical-contextIvy Mike Test
The first successful test of a thermonuclear device, marking a milestone in fusion research history at Los Alamos.
defense-programsChristofilos begins Astron experiment at LLNL
Greek engineer starts E-layer field reversal concept. Earliest compact torus conception. Presented at 1958 Geneva.
historical-contextAstron Program at LLNL
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory operates the Astron program to achieve stable field reversal using linear induction accelerators.
fusion-physicsProject Sherwood declassified at Geneva Conference
Fusion research declassified at 2nd Atoms for Peace conference. Sherwood becomes CTR program.
historical-contextProject ORION Active
The Air Force and NASA engage in Project ORION, a classified effort to develop external nuclear pulse propulsion using fission-driven pulse units. The program involved prominent physicists and enginee
defense-programs10 FAQ
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Last updated: 2026-08-09