Gauss-howitzer

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This educational magnetic accelerator is not a weapon, but rather a unique tool that helps you delve deeper into physics concepts like momentum. To build this device, you'll need: - 1 incredibly strong cylindrical magnet with a diameter of 1/2 x 1/5 inch and a Neodymium material (N35) rating - 1 steel ball with a diameter of 12.7 mm (or 1/2") - 1 steel ball with a diameter of 8 mm - 1 aluminum tube measuring 10x1 mm in diameter (approximately 85 mm long) - Airsoft pellets or peas to use as cannonballs You'll also need some small screws to assemble the device properly. To operate the magnetic accelerator, follow these steps: 1. Place the large steel ball into the trough located on the back side of the device. 2. When released, the steel ball is attracted to the magnet, initiating a chain reaction that transfers kinetic energy from one object to the next.