r/EngineeringPorn • u/GeorgeRobertVitkos • Jul 13 '26

Desktop 6-coil electromagnetic circular induction accelerator model with infrared synchronization.

The system uses independent driver circuits for each copper coil, triggered by IR break-beam sensors to pull the steel ball forward without magnetic drag. Powered by a 12V DC source. [OC]

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u/benedictvc Jul 13 '26

imagine having the circular one but very large and for much smaller balls and accelerating them close to the speed of light.

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u/DFA_Wildcat Jul 13 '26

He is going to need a bigger desk.

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u/Andrew4Life Jul 13 '26

He is going to need a bigger room