Dear Sir: Go to Websites on Mag-Lev rail systems, of which the Japanese and Germans are probably the farthest along. Some websites have useful drawings illustrating the basics, but little more.
I can tell you that dc induction coils spaced along both sides of the track turn on and off as the...
Dear Sir: Your request is typical in that not enough information is given to permit an informed reply.
I am working with rare-earth magnets for medical devices, and may be helpful, but I would have to see drawings to get a more complete picture of what you're trying to do. There are ways to...
Dear Sir: Regarding holes in a tube you need to shield a magnetic field, one poster on here said: so long as the diameter of the holes do not exceed the thickness of the metal, you will probably be okay, although I can't verify this information. Sincerely, Don Casey, Dynatron Company
Dear Rob40: I am presently experimenting with electro-magnetic coils which I am winding myself. You can purchase magnet wire and do your own, if that interests you. I order 10 pound spools in several gauges which have between 2000 to 3000 feet of wire for around $50.00 USD.
If you want to...
