James Clerk Maxwell (1831-1879) was a Scottish physicist often referred to as “The Father of Electromagnetic Radiation.” Born in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh, Maxwell was raised with considerable wealth. His family moved to a country estate when he was young and his mother ensured he had a proper education. Before the age of ten, Maxwell could recite Bible verses and long passages of English poetry, demonstrating his knack for understanding and a thirst for learning. Continue reading →
Occasionally, curious customers ask us, “Are there materials that can be used to block a magnet?” The short answer: Yes and no. While there’s little you can do to stop a magnet from being a magnet (besides turning up the heat or dropping down to extreme cold), there are a few ways you can contain its magnetic field. Continue reading →
Magnets don’t often receive the praise they deserve because they’re often tucked deep inside the incredible devices that require them. Likewise, there are dozens of industries in the U.S. that owe their success to powerful magnets used behind the scenes. If you know where to look, you’ll soon find magnets are everywhere. Continue reading →
“Be it known that I, NIKOLA TESLA... in the county and State of New York, have invented certain new and useful Improvements in Electromagnetic Motors.” This is the opening line of Nikola Tesla’s application at the US Patent Office filed October 20, 1888. Considered to be one of the most significant discoveries of our lifetimes, Tesla’s AC induction motor changed the world. Continue reading →
Though they’re simple in design, magnetic sweepers can immediately improve your standards of safety and efficiency. The reason: They quickly clear large areas of dangerous—and sometimes valuable—debris with minimal physical labor. Continue reading →
While magnets are capable of remarkable tasks, like lifting cars or moving trains, they typically pose little threat to the average human — when handled properly.
The same is true when multiple smaller magnets are used in close proximity. Because they’re so busy acting upon each other’s magnetic fields, they don’t combine to create an extreme outward force. Continue reading →
While neodymium magnets are pound-for-pound the strongest magnets available, extreme temperatures can alter the behavior of their atoms. As a result, their overall strength may fluctuate while they’re in use, creating potential hazards. Continue reading →
Earth’s core is mostly comprised of molten iron, a ferromagnetic element. However, iron alone does not make for a great magnetic field. It turns out iron gets some pretty crucial help from an old, elementary fried—nickel. Continue reading →
While last month’s solar eclipse was an unforgettable events for many Americans, most didn’t realize the sun had another trick up its sleeve. The first week of September saw a massive geomagnetic storm raging over the northern United States and southern Canada. While the storm proved harmless to people and electrical grids, it did treat many to a rare sighting of the northern lights, or aurora borealis. Continue reading →
Ever since the dawn of our species, humans have gazed up at the sky in wonder. What secrets do stars and moons and planets hold? What could they tell us about our own planet? What could they tell us about the universe at large? This general search for meaning is the driving force behind any of the sciences, astronomy notwithstanding. Continue reading →
James Clerk Maxwell (1831-1879) was a Scottish physicist often referred to as “The Father of Electromagnetic Radiation.” Born in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh, Maxwell was raised with considerable wealth. His family moved to a country estate when he was young and his mother ensured he had a proper education. Before the age of ten, Maxwell could recite Bible verses and long passages of English poetry, demonstrating his knack for understanding and a thirst for learning. Continue reading →
Occasionally, curious customers ask us, “Are there materials that can be used to block a magnet?” The short answer: Yes and no. While there’s little you can do to stop a magnet from being a magnet (besides turning up the heat or dropping down to extreme cold), there are a few ways you can contain its magnetic field. Continue reading →
Magnets don’t often receive the praise they deserve because they’re often tucked deep inside the incredible devices that require them. Likewise, there are dozens of industries in the U.S. that owe their success to powerful magnets used behind the scenes. If you know where to look, you’ll soon find magnets are everywhere. Continue reading →
“Be it known that I, NIKOLA TESLA... in the county and State of New York, have invented certain new and useful Improvements in Electromagnetic Motors.” This is the opening line of Nikola Tesla’s application at the US Patent Office filed October 20, 1888. Considered to be one of the most significant discoveries of our lifetimes, Tesla’s AC induction motor changed the world. Continue reading →
Though they’re simple in design, magnetic sweepers can immediately improve your standards of safety and efficiency. The reason: They quickly clear large areas of dangerous—and sometimes valuable—debris with minimal physical labor. Continue reading →
While magnets are capable of remarkable tasks, like lifting cars or moving trains, they typically pose little threat to the average human — when handled properly. The same is true when multiple smaller magnets are used in close proximity. Because they’re so busy acting upon each other’s magnetic fields, they don’t combine to create an extreme outward force. Continue reading →
While neodymium magnets are pound-for-pound the strongest magnets available, extreme temperatures can alter the behavior of their atoms. As a result, their overall strength may fluctuate while they’re in use, creating potential hazards. Continue reading →
