Tips for Building a Magnetic Levitator: A High School Physics Project

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Building a magnetic levitator for a high school physics project is feasible and can be accomplished with the right materials and circuits. Researching existing magnetic levitation projects online can provide valuable insights and ideas. Narrowing down specific questions about the project will yield better responses from the community. Essential components typically include magnets, a power source, and a control circuit. Engaging in focused inquiries will enhance the overall learning experience and project success.
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Hi, recently I've been trying to think of a few ideas for my high school physics/astronomy club to build, and have heard that a magnetic leviator is completely doable.

Are there any tips out there for building one? Materials, circuits, etc would help a whole lot.

Thanks.
 
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You will get better and more helpful answers if you can ask more narrowly focused questions. Try googling for "magnetic levitation project", see what you find, and if you then have more specific questions you can try asking them here.
 
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