Build Your Own Cyclotron: Tips and Tricks for Homemade Cyclotron Construction"

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the construction of a homemade cyclotron, addressing questions about the design and materials needed for building such a device. Participants explore theoretical and practical aspects, including the configuration of magnetic components and detection methods for high-speed particles.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions whether the magnetic "D's" in a cyclotron must be a single solid magnet or if multiple magnets can be used if uniformly spaced.
  • Another participant inquires about suitable detectors for measuring protons accelerated to 75% of the speed of light.
  • There is a request for resources or a materials list to aid in the construction of a cyclotron, indicating a desire for practical guidance.
  • A later reply emphasizes the importance of understanding the physics involved before starting the project, suggesting a lack of foundational knowledge in the initial inquiry.
  • One participant expresses a budget constraint of $100 for building the cyclotron.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing levels of understanding regarding the physics of cyclotron construction, with some questioning the feasibility of the project based on the initial questions posed. There is no consensus on the design specifics or the practicality of building a cyclotron within the stated budget.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights potential limitations in understanding the underlying physics and safety considerations associated with building a cyclotron. There is also an acknowledgment of the cost implications of such a project.

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Hey so i wanted to build a cyclotron but i have a few questions about them first...

First is do the magnetic "D's" have to be one solid magnet or can they be multiple magnets uniformly spaced out.

Also what can i use as a detector if say i want to accelerate a proton to like 75% the speed of light?

Lastly does anyone have a link that would give me more info on how to build one ( i understand the theory behind it but I am looking for something like a materials list of sorts.)

thanks
 
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fys iks! said:
Hey so i wanted to build a cyclotron but i have a few questions about them first...

First is do the magnetic "D's" have to be one solid magnet or can they be multiple magnets uniformly spaced out.

Also what can i use as a detector if say i want to accelerate a proton to like 75% the speed of light?

Lastly does anyone have a link that would give me more info on how to build one ( i understand the theory behind it but I am looking for something like a materials list of sorts.)

thanks

It's important to understand the cost of what you are thinking about doing, and also to get an appreciation of the safety risks. Here is a previous PF thread about the subject, with links out to other related PF threads:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=326179

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ya I am just looking to build the best one i can with 100$ lol
 
fys iks! said:
First is do the magnetic "D's" have to be one solid magnet or can they be multiple magnets uniformly spaced out.

That statement alone tells me that you do not understand the physics enough to even BEGIN that project. But, keep learning!
 
fys iks! said:
ya I am just looking to build the best one i can with 100$ lol

Fine. PM me if you want the thread re-opened.
 

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