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For nearly a decade, Atchison's work garnered the attention of the U.S. military and Boeing Aerospace, both intrigued by the potential applications of his findings. However, the elusive nature of his results posed a challenge, as they were sometimes unpredictable due to the simultaneous interactions of various devices. His experimental methodology, while enthusiastic, lacked rigorous documentation and precision, leading to varying outcomes that sometimes frustrated his neighbors and any potential funding.