A black oily magnetic liquid forms strange spikes when a magnet is applied. Ferrofluid is a bizarre fluid that is magnetic made of nano sized magnetite particles contained in micelles in a mineral oil base.
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A proof of principle railgun 1 uses a high current to force a conductor outwards. A railgun is a method of converting electrical power into kinetic energy of a metal projectile. “Continue reading” for more details. Continue reading
A dual concentric magnetically driven circular Jacobs ladder. The sparks form in one spot but rotate due to the magnetic field.
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My biggest coil has a much higher power and throws big white hot sparks over a large area in this 8 second exposure. For more details and photos:
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I have held regular Home Open Days where I did demonstrations for people by invitation.
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