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On Fri, Mar 16, 2012 at 11:33 AM, Rob Butts wrote:
So if I use a 1 watt 15k ohm resistor in series with the nail and an
ac outlet that will give me 8ma alternating current and that should
light the bulb?
I don't think UL would approve :) Also, you don't want to endanger the
kids. But - if you energize one coil with a DC source, then *move* the
other coil around, you should get something to happen. Maybe a light
bulb, or maybe a current meter would show the affect. In fact, if you
have time to build a little turntable, somehow allowing the kids to spin
the second coil - that should also work. Faster spins = brighter
lights, or higher current readings - make a game out of it :)
gene
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