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06/17/2009

Student Builds Bolt-Action, Portable Coil Gun in Woodshop

In addition to learning about woodworking in woodshop, you can also start on side projects, such as this high-powered coil gun, which is a portable, bolt-action single stage model with a 6-round mag. A coil gun basically works by using electromagnetic coils, in a linear electric motor configuration, to accelerate magnetic projectiles. Continue reading to see it in-action -- video courtesy of Jacksone.

This entry was posted on 06/17 01:59am and is filed under Science, Video .
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Ive seen better impacts done with an air gun and seeds.
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Awesomeness, we're that much closer to gauss rifles from fallout 3, love that gun.
3
I made a coilgun, the charging circuits and capacitors were salvaged from used disposable cameras.
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