Homopolar generator
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A homopolar generator is a DC electrical generator comprising an electrically conductive disc or cylinder rotating in a plane perpendicular to a uniform static magnetic field. A potential difference i
Faraday disc, the first homopolar generator
The remains of the ANU 500 MJ generator
Basic Faraday disc generator
Railgun
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A railgun or rail gun, sometimes referred to as a rail cannon, is a linear motor device, typically designed as a ranged weapon, that uses electromagnetic force to launch high-velocity projectiles. The
Test firing at the United States Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division in January 2008. The fireball is a result of pieces of the projectile shearing off during launch and igniting mid-air.
Electromagnetic railgun located at the Naval Surface Warfare Center
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