On an Airborne Proton Accelerator for Enhancing Cloud Formation or Inducing their Precipitation

Abstract

We argue that an airborne proton accelerator is an interesting tool for weather control. Following the findings of the CLOUD experiment at CERN, one expects that a beam of protons, likewise cosmic rays and other aerosols, can enhance the formation of low-altitude clouds, allow for tailor made cooling of overheated areas and induce the precipitation of high-altitude clouds that trap solar radiation reflected from the ground. The proton accelerator can also be used to mitigate droughts, regularise precipitation and avoid that it takes place through large and harmful storms.

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