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Falling Magnets
(magnetism)

In Falling Magnets, two disk-shaped metal plates are tilted at a 45° angle. Visitors turn the disk and the eddy currents drive the magnets up toward the top of the disc. But then, the gravity force is also pulling it down towards the floor, leaving the magnets floating in orbit.

Exhibit Specs
12"w X 48"h X 18"d
250 lbs.
 
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