Mini Gaussian gun (video)

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Mini Gaussian gun (video)

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Here’s a video of a mini Gaussian gun in action – [via] – Link.

We show you how to build your own in MAKE 01 – Gauss Rifle. A linear accelerator for studying high-energy physics costs around $5 billion. But you can make one for about 30 bucks with four strong magnets, a wooden ruler, some plastic tape, and nine steel balls. MAKE 01Page 112.

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