[IRCNews] Grounding

[Dr. John A. Kassebaum PhD, PE]

Hi Jeff!

Not sure if this helps, but I am interested in the issue/solution!

I assert that trees are generally electrically well grounded.
One technical reference supporting my assertion:
https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/textbook/direct-current/chpt-3/shock-current-path/

I do NOT know if the electrical ground represented by a tree is effective at RF (HF, UHF, VHF) or just at 60Hz or DC. I do NOT know what the impedance of this kind of ground connection either. Also, what voltages/currents would cause lasting damage to a healthy tree? What would the connection to the tree be? (Drill a hole, insert a copper or aluminum pipe? Idk)

Anyway, it’s an idea and might be far easier for a temporary setup than trying to drive a copper grounding rod that you might not be able to remove. 

Thanks for being interested and interesting!! Can’t wait to hear what you come up with!!

Best Regards & In Service,
-John 

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John A. Kassebaum, PhD PE AC9JX 
C: (317) 250-7932
Jak at kassebaum.net


> On Jun 26, 2019, at 8:04 PM, Dennis Hammer <dghammer at iquest.net> wrote:
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> Not sure what I can do or offer but you know I will gladly work with you on it.
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> From: IRCNews [mailto:ircnews-bounces at indyradioclub.org] On Behalf Of JEFF HAMMER
> Sent: June 26, 2019 08:02
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> Subject: [IRCNews] Grounding
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> Good morning All,
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> I hope everyone participated in Field Day in some way.
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> This Field Day was a great opportunity for me filled with successes, failures, and learning experiences.
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> One of the learning experiences is grounding which is the reason for my email.  Does any do metal work.  I have a concept for a new type of ground rod that was born out of my frustration over the past week.  Getting a good ground is part of the challenge and the other part is the actual insertion and removal of those ground rods.
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> If anyone would like to work with me on a better ground rod, please email me.
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> 73,
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> Jeff
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