DIY MagLev Train
This section is a DIY project to make your own small maglev train. Enjoy!
This section is a DIY project to make your own small maglev train. Enjoy!
Step 1: Construct the
Track
You need to first decide on a track design. Such as legos with magmets glue on top, like the figure below. |
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Step 2: Train Construction
| Since we are using legos for the track
we will also use legos for the train. Choose a longer
lego (this will add a little stability) and glue a
magnet to the bottom of it. Make sure the pole of the
magnet is the opposite of that of the track. |
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Step 3: Add Stability
| Once the magnets are glued to the train
you'll need to add stability so the train will stay
above the track. |
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Step 4: Add Weight if Necessary
| With some magnets the repulsion will be
too strong so you will need to add some weight to keep
the train from flying off the track. Just tape a bolt
on each side of the train. Make sure the bolts are the
same size so your train stays balanced! |
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