The Gaussian Gun

 

The Gaussian Gun Activity activity was developed by Dr. Neal Gallagher at the University of Central Florida. The required equipment for this project is;

Equipment required:

§         Two rare earth disc magnets – 1/2 in. in diameter and 1/8 in. thick

See http://www.rare-earth-magnets.com/

§         Five 7/16 in. diameter chromium steel balls

See http://www.danahermotion.com/products/precision_balls/stainless_steel_balls.html

Or http://www.craigballsales.com

§         Plastic track is optional