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Abstract

The Meissner effect is explored based on the acceleration-dependent component of the Weber force. According to the Maxwell theory, a steady circulating current does not produce any dynamics on external resting charges; however, according to the Weber theory, the charges of the circulating current exhibit a centripetal acceleration, which affects the external charges at rest. It is demonstrated that the current generated in this manner can explain the Meissner effect in classical physics.

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Dr. Kjell Ake Prytz