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From hoverflies to solid-state star drives, author and inventor Steven Hampton discusses gravity and the nature of inertial flight. He describes how Dean Drives lay waste to the basic notion of simultaneity in Newton's Third Law of Motion and why inertial propulsion does not violate the Conservation laws.

Invented by Norman L. Dean in 1958 and proven mathematically viable by William O. Davis, Ph.D. in 1962, inertial propulsion (IP - also known as Impulse Drive, Inertial Engines, Inertial Drive and Centrifugal Force Engines) has now become a force to be reckoned with: Physicists can no longer turn their heads.

Hampton exposes the principles that make an eccentric Dean rotor propel its frame. Based on the Dean Drive - but not exclusive thereof - Hampton's latest invention the Reciprocating Impulse Drive (RID), loses over 70% its weight while running on a floor scale. It also aggressively tilts a heavy balance beam against its own weight and holds its position. It can deflect itself from zenith hanging as a pendulum. His earlier prototypes not only led up to this powerful machine, but created the foundation for a hovercraft inertial engine design (complete with patent drawings) that could revolutionize transportation as we know it.

Find out why it's not just motion that governs this new physics, it's time. By isolating inertial frames, we can change time within parts of a cycle - in ANY cycle - opening vast avenues of research into advanced, multi-dimensional technologies.

Finally, Hampton describes in great detail a theoretical model for a "Free Energy"  machine as well as a solid-state drive wafer (the Burnett Drive) both based on Dr. Davis's mechanics. A copy of Dean's two famous patents are included as two additional PDF files for easy reference.

This book is an intellectual adventure with startling surprises. E-book format only: printed out at 8 1/2 x 11 to 201 pp. with 54 color photos, 108 detailed illus. © Steven M. Hampton  ISBN 518 373.  Includes 2 additional PDF files of Norman Dean's patents #2,886,976 and #3,182,517

This book, written by two successful inventors who speak from experience, will explain the three major avenues available to you when it comes to protecting your invention - including the advantages and disadvantages of each. You'll also learn how to work out the kinks in your idea before you get the ball rolling, the three questions you must ask yourself to determine whether your idea will fly, how to apply for grant money that will help to finance the development of your invention, the important criteria that will determine the marketability of your product, and the three critical rules of thumb you must adhere to before you can even consider pursuing a patent. In addition to providing a detailed roadmap of the patent process, the authors explain the perils and pitfalls of seeking investors and licensing your product to a second or third party. Finally for those willing to take this first step and strike out on their own, the authors discuss the ins and outs of becoming an entrepreneur - and show you how it's possible to make millions in today's market by working only a few hours a day - without even leaving home!

Paladin Press Books

In this complete, hands-on guide, security expert Steven Hampton, author of Modern High-Security Locks, tells you everything you need to know to secure your home, business, car, and more - without breaking the bank! Affordable Security offers all the tips and insider advice of the top-notch security seminars at a fraction of the cost, from basic, practical, low-tech security measures that have withstood the test of time to sophisticated commercial perimeter alarm systems and motion detectors.

Just starting out? Get this book., May 13, 2000

I bought this book back in 1989 when still in high school and wanting to become an apprentice locksmith. I learned THAT DAY how to pick a lock and successfully acomplished that task. The feeling of acomplishment was incredible and led me on the path to the locksmith trade.

You gotta love this book simply because you are not taught how to use the 'tools of the trade' but how to improvise...this was a blessing. You may one day not have your 'pick' set with you and that's exactly what happened to me in the Navy. I locked my keys in my coffin rack locker and had no way to get in. Frustrated I remembered the book and how you can use a safety pin as a makeshift pick. I broke the clip off my government issued pen and bent a paper clip into a hook pick. I went to my 'heavy duty' 'pickproof' master lock on my locker and after being rusty for a few years got it open!

Shortly afterwards the Navy helped me become a U.S. Navy locksmith (and the ships locksmith) where I gained the 9583 NEC (Locksmith). I continue to use the skills learned in this book to this day. It is invaluable even for a seasoned pro.

Steven Hampton creates some great books and you should also pick up his advanced lock picking book as well.

Tired of kicking down doors, blowing safes or wastefully cutting expensive locks? Then let your fingers to the breaking. Learn the secrets of lock picking.

Lock picking is a quick, silent art, the mastery of which gains you entrance through locked doors, into vaults, and access to your dreams.

Let no lock bar your way. Master locksmith Steven Hampton reveals here the tricks and tools for bypassing the myriad variations of key locks from the ancient warded and lever locks to high-tech tubular cylinder and magnetic locks. Here's the key to combination lock manipulation and the techniques which will let you "see" into every lock, discovering its simplicity.

What are the qualities of the master lock picker? You must have confidence that you have the skills and knowledge to open that lock, you need the ability to improvise with or without proper tools, and you must use caution when it comes to breaching the security of unknown situations. Advance to the master level with this illustrated guide, and gain insight into modern lock picking methods and tool manufacture.

 The author is brilliant, August 18, 2003

Master locksmith Steven Hampton, author of the best-selling Secrets of Lock Picking, takes the art of picking locks one step further with Modern High-Security Locks. Here, he collects some today's most popular pick-resistant locks and sets out to see which ones hold up to their claims.

Generally speaking, the more complex a lock, the more secure it is. However complex the lock gets, though, it must be durable, dependable, and user-friendly. It has to be tough enough to endure physical attack, but it can't be machined too tight or it will jam up with just a breath of dust. It must be simple and easy to lock and unlock with its key, or the customer will not pay the higher price for it. It is this delicate balance between security and utility that allows the locksmith to open this new generation of locks.

Hampton shows locksmiths how each lock is picked and how long it will take. He details the tools of the trade and includes patterns and instructions for making your own picks and tension wrenches. He even includes ancient Tibetan Buddhist Tantric visualization exercises to help locksmiths learn to "see" the inner workings of the lock within the mind's eye.

Master Locksmith Steven Hampton has more than 40 years of experience in designing different ways to open locks without keys and has personally taught dozens of today's most talented locksmith. His classic Secrets of Lock Picking (1987) is Paladin Press's all-time best-selling lock picking title.

In his latest work, Improvised Lock Picking, Hampton reveals little-known secrets for devising quick and easy lock-picking tools on the spot, using common household items found in the average home, office or garage. Through photos and detailed exploded drawings, you'll see how these improvised tools can be used to open a wide variety of locks found all over the world. You'll also find out how to get inside a front door with a safety pin, open magnetic card readers, pop open handcuffs, defeat the extremely difficult Master combination padlock, and much more.