I can now state that I have succeeded in operating a motive device by means of [cosmic rays]. I will tell you in the most general way, the cosmic ray ionizes the air, setting free many charges - ions and… — Nikola Tesla Copy Share Image
![“I can now state that I have succeeded in operating a motive device by means of [cosmic rays]. I will tell you in the most general way, the cosmic ray ionizes the air, setting free many charges - ions and electrons. These charges are captured in a condenser which is made to discharge through the…” quote by Nikola Tesla](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/299/nikola-tesla-1383_air_i-can-now-state-that-i-have-succeeded-in_1652880.jpg)