Exploring the Possibility of a Stable Black Hole

In summary, the possibility of a stable black hole exists if its hawking radiation output is in equilibrium with the mass it receives. This could potentially be achieved by creating a mini black hole in a charged chamber. However, it would require a continuous influx of mass to sustain it, as a black hole can only be dynamically stable if its temperature matches that of the cosmic microwave background. This poses a challenge, as a black hole can evaporate in just one second from hawking radiation. The idea of harnessing this process is still a remarkable concept.
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If a black hole really does have hawking radiation can in theory the black hole be stable. What I mean by this is that the hawking radiation output is in equilibrium with mass that we could feed a black hole. It seems to be self explanatory and if the large hadron collider could create a mini black hole could this soon be a possibility. This would be easier achieved if the black hole had a net charge and could be suspended in a chamber of some sort. I would imagine such a thing would be an amazing feat of science and manpower and would be a huge step for mankind.
 
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I can't find the source but I've seen text that states that there is an almost constant influx of highly blue-shifted light, CMB and dark matter falling into a cosmic black hole. To what degree this counter-acts the Hawking radiation I'm not sure but considering how long it takes for a black hole to evaporate through the Hawking process and the energy in radiation such as gamma and x-rays, if anything the black hole might grow.
 
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A black hole can be dynamically stable if it's current temperature is the same as the CMB. This requires it to gain mass over time.
 
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A 228 metric ton black hole would evaporate in 1 second from Hawking Radiation, so basically you would have to drop this much mass into to it every second to keep it viable, creating a continuous five million megaton blast.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_hole_evaporation
Somehow harnassing this would indeed be an amazing feat.
 

Related to Exploring the Possibility of a Stable Black Hole

1. What is a black hole?

A black hole is a region in space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, including light, can escape its grasp. This is due to the immense mass of the black hole, which causes a distortion in space-time.

2. How do black holes form?

Black holes can form when a massive star reaches the end of its life and collapses under its own gravity. This collapse causes the star's core to become incredibly dense, creating a black hole.

3. Can black holes be stable?

Yes, black holes can be stable. The stability of a black hole depends on its size and the amount of matter it contains. Smaller black holes are more likely to be stable, while larger black holes can be more unpredictable.

4. How do scientists study black holes?

Scientists study black holes using a variety of methods, including observing the effects of a black hole's gravity on nearby objects, analyzing the radiation emitted from black holes, and using computer simulations to model their behavior.

5. What are the potential implications of a stable black hole?

If a stable black hole were to exist, it could have significant implications for our understanding of physics and the universe. It could also potentially serve as a source of energy and be used for space travel. However, the existence of stable black holes is still a topic of ongoing research and debate among scientists.

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