Magnetic levitation train formulas used

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The discussion revolves around the physics and mathematics involved in designing a magnetic levitation model train. Participants are exploring the necessary formulas and principles that apply to this engineering project, with a focus on different magnet types for the track.

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  • The original poster (OP) is seeking assistance with the physics and math formulas for a magnetic levitation train model, considering using disk magnets instead of strip magnets.
  • Some participants question whether the project is a school assignment and emphasize the need for the OP to demonstrate prior effort in their research.
  • There is a reiteration from multiple participants that the forum encourages users to show their work rather than simply asking for answers, indicating a preference for a more interactive learning process.
  • Concerns are raised about potential language barriers affecting communication and understanding of forum rules regarding schoolwork submissions.

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Participants generally agree on the importance of showing prior effort in homework-related inquiries. However, there is contention regarding the OP's approach to seeking help, with some participants expressing frustration over the lack of demonstrated work.

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Limitations include the OP's unclear presentation of their research efforts and the specific search terms used, which may affect the ability of others to provide targeted assistance.

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Hi I'm designing a magnetic levitation model train just like this

The only difference may be to use disk magnets for tracks instead of strip type magnets (I'm considering both options at this stage before deciding finally).
The engineering part of design is easy, however, I want to know and have to submit the physics/math formulas used in this model train. I search the net but could not find the best fit. Can anybody help in this regard?
 
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Is this a school project?
 
Undergraduate engineering level project
 
Then you need to show some work, instead of just saying you tried but failed to find into. What search terms did you use? What DID you find out?
 
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New user has been reminded to always show their work on schoolwork problems.
phinds said:
Then you need to show some work, instead of just saying you tried but failed to find into. What search terms did you use? What DID you find out?
I'm not bound to what you are saying instead show your home work in participating here
 
HighTechPower said:
I'm not bound to what you are saying instead show your home work in participating here
I'm not clear on what you are saying, but just to make sure we're clear on what I'm saying, this is not a Q&A forum where you just ask a question and get an answer. We are more interested in showing people how to get the answer themselves. Just giving an answer is boring. SO ... any time something is, or even just looks like it might be, homework, we require the poster to show some effort before we give any help.
 
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HighTechPower said:
I'm not bound to what you are saying instead show your home work in participating here
There may be a language translation issue here, but please re-read the PF Rules section on schoolwork (see INFO at the top of the page). You are required to show your best efforts when posting schoolwork problems or projects.

Thread is reopened for now so that the OP can show their work.
 
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