Scaling Test Designer

Design tests that validate the framework's structural predictions. Ratios are calibration-independent.

Feature radius

Feature count

Stages

Scale resolution

Start voltage

Max voltage

Does force scale as V²? This is the most fundamental prediction. If F ∝ V² fails, the framework is falsified.

F ∝ V² — ratios should match (V/V₀)²

Test Sequence (5 points)

Voltage (kV)	Predicted	Mass	Ratio	Detectable
10 kV	151.004 mN	15.39 mg	1.000	✓
15 kV	339.758 mN	34.63 mg	2.250	✓
20 kV	604.014 mN	61.57 mg	4.000	✓
25 kV	943.772 mN	96.21 mg	6.250	✓
30 kV	1.359 N	138.54 mg	9.000	✓

Single-stage proof of concept (1-2 weeks)

E-004 spheres + 1mm alumina + 10 kV. Verify any force signal. Need microbalance or averaging.

9-stage V² scaling test (4-6 weeks)

Run 5 voltages (10-30 kV). Predicted 28-258 µg range. Confirms F ∝ V² via ratios.

Gap scaling test (2-3 weeks)

Swap dielectric thicknesses (1, 2, 3, 5 mm) at 12 kV. Tests Model D's 1/d² decisively.

κ saturation test (2-3 weeks)

Swap dielectric materials. Tests framework's most unique prediction: (κ-1)/κ saturation.

Persistence test (72+ hours)

Use highest-force config. Disconnect power, record for 3+ days. Slow decay = framework. Instant zero = classical.

If Phase 2 fails (no V²scaling), stop. The framework's most basic prediction has failed. Don't proceed to expensive multi-material tests.

These tests require consistent ±100 µg resolution. Your 9-stage stack weighs ~1.4 kg.

• Best: Microbalance (1 µg resolution) — Sartorius SE2-F, Mettler MX5 — $400-1500 used. Max capacity ~5g (need hanging config).

• Practical: 0.1 mg analytical balance, accept ~1 mg noise. Run 5+ measurements per point and average. Ratio tests work even with noise.

• Alternative: Force plate / load cell for heavier stacks. Lower resolution but handles full device weight.