Hi Scott,.Scott said:If the mass is a magnet traveling through the coil of a linear motor, then the efficiency should be comparable to a power transformer - in the commercial sector, about 95 to 98.5%.
It depends on how "off-the-shelf" you require. If you want to use super-conductors, you could get higher efficiencies.
Why accelerate and decelerate if you do not need to? A big spring at each end of the track, or one mounted on the cart would be more economical.Fizzics said:I'm talking about a non magnetic mass accelerating then deaccelerating in a linear fashion oscillating backwards and forwards,
A friction-free airbed is a theoretical concept in which the surface of the airbed has zero resistance to motion. This means that there is no friction between the airbed and any object placed on it, allowing for smooth movement.
The mass of the object affects the airbed by causing it to sink or compress. The heavier the object, the more it will sink into the airbed and create a larger depression.
No, the airbed will eventually sink and compress under the weight of the 1000kg mass. This is because the air inside the airbed will gradually leak out, causing a decrease in pressure and support.
The air pressure inside the airbed helps to support the mass by exerting an upward force that counteracts the weight of the mass. As the air pressure decreases, the support provided to the mass also decreases.
No, the airbed cannot be considered a true frictionless surface as there will always be some amount of friction present, even if it is minimal. In addition, the airbed may also have imperfections or inconsistencies that can affect the motion of objects placed on it.