Code Number: 10B10.60

Demo Title: Magnetic Axle - Magnetic Bearing

Condition: Excellent

Principle: Magnetism

Area of Study: Chemistry and Physics

Equipment:

Magnetic axle toy

Procedure:

This toy is an example of the types of magnetic axles and bearings that are used in space to deal with situations where there is no gravity and the engineering challenges this presents.

References:

Fjarne Schmidt, "Switch Mechanism When Spinning the Magnetic Gyro Wheel", TPT, Vol. 62, #2, Feb. 2024, p. 139.
George M. Hopkins, "Frictional Electricity", Experimental Science, p. 358.
Jodi and Roy McCullough, "Work and Energy with a Magnetic Wheel", The Role of Toys in Teaching Physics, p. 4.90.

10B10.60 - Magnetic Axle

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10B10.60 - Magnetic Axle - Magnetic Bearing

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