Electromagnets

Science

Japan’s Electromagnetic Trains Cause Paperclips To Dance

4:40AM July 16, 2009 | Adam Frucci

These paperclips, when placed on the floor of a japanese commuter train, stand up on their ends and dance whenever the train accelerates or brakes thanks electromagnetism. More »


Where Bolt-Action, Electromagnetic Coil Guns Are Made

2:00PM June 18, 2009 | Adrian Covert

I don’t know what kind of school this kid goes to, but I doubt my shop teacher would have allowed me to build an electromagnetic coil gun that can send a round through a soda can. More »


Gadgets

Levitron Revolution Makes Your Junk Look Awesome In Space

11:00AM June 12, 2009 | Andi Wang

For those who have a treasured item you want to display in style, the Levitron Revolution uses some sort of electromagnets—or anti-gravity voodoo magic—that levitates and slowly rotates your prized possession in space. More »