Something cool to make with magnets

[TT0]

Hello,

I have six 1*2*0.5 rectangle neodymium magnets. I don't know what to make with it so are there any suggestions? I want to make a machine or something that can move, however, I don't know much so any idea will be appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[zoobyshoe]

If you have never made a simple motor, I'd start with one of those.

This is the easiest:
http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Simple-Motor/

If you google "magnets, bulb, and batteries" you'll find a pdf of a children's project book from the 1960's that has a more sophisticated and interesting DC motor anyone can build. It's more like a real DC motor in that it has brushes.

 

[TT0]

Thank you for your suggestion zoobyshoe! It seems really cool. I will make the instructables motor soon. Is the children's project book called Ladybird - Magnets, Bulbs and Batteries? Thanks again!

 

[zoobyshoe]

Thank you for your suggestion zoobyshoe! It seems really cool. I will make the instructables motor soon. Is the children's project book called Ladybird - Magnets, Bulbs and Batteries? Thanks again!

Yes, that's the book. Enjoy!