Overview

Abstract

The creation of a spherical model in cylindrical geometry is discussed. The model requires a radial body force to simulate gravity. This force is achieved by dielectric effects on a liquid in the presence of a large voltage, but in the terrestrial laboratory it cannot be made large enough to overwhelm gravity. However, in an orbiting vehicle like Spacelab, this dielectric force will dominate. The behavior of a stripped down general circulation system (GCS) is a salient omission of GCM. It is suggested that the system will contribute to global weather and climate studies.