How can I improve the stability of my DIY maglev train model?

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To improve the stability of a DIY maglev train model, consider increasing the number of magnets to ensure continuous magnetic support. The current setup with electromagnets and permanent magnets faces challenges, particularly gaps in the magnetic field that cause the train to fall. Exploring a rail made of permanent magnets could help, but attention must be paid to the attraction and repulsion forces at play. Drawing parallels with electric trains, maintaining consistent magnetic contact is crucial for stability. Continued experimentation and adjustments are essential for achieving a functional model.
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Good night, I'm trying to do a model of the maglev at small scale, but I'm having a lot of problems to levitate and have stability.
I have already read Earnshaw theory, but in youtube i see many models working, but when i try do replicate doesn't work.

Now i have a rail way with electromagnets and a train with permanent magnets, but beyond the stability problems, in the end of each coil and beginning of another coil i find a gap of magnetic field where the permanent magnets just fall.

I think now try to make a rail with permanent magnets to, but with the magnets i already have, cubes with 1cm, making a rail way with 17 cubes, and putting 3 cubes above, in the extremes i have repulse, but in the middle there is attraction.

I'm already a month of research and experiencing nothing work, i would be very gratefull for any help.

Regards,
Rossonero
 
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You need to think about increasing the number of magnets, so that at any time there are enough magnets working to support the train.

Think of it like the electric trains - the power lines aren't continuous, but at any time at least one supply connection is touching them, preventing the train from ending up in a situation without power.
 
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