MagLev Vehicle B/C

[Primate]

Are rechargeable 9 volt batteries allowed in the MagLev trial event in Wisc? It doesn't state they are not. Thank you!

I believe you could actually use any type of battery that outputs 9V. (Granted, you might want to stay away from something weird and dangerous like this.) As long as it looks like a 9V and says "9V" on the outside, you should be good to go.

(Never a bad idea to bring a couple alkalines as backup.)

Also, mxz55o, you don't have much choice if you're buying a new track, right? The new Pitsco ones don't match specs, so you have to go with the Kelvin ones. They'll most likely use those at nationals, too--unless someone had an old set of Pitscos lying around.

[ryang353]

I recommend three pronged propellers. These seem to preform the best, however, they begin to get inefficient after their diameter gets over 4-5 inches. Btw, does anyone know if rechargeable nine volt batteries are allowed?

[Jocool]

Rechargeable 9 volt batteries are not allowed.

[Primate]

Rechargeable 9 volt batteries are not allowed.

Where does it say that?

[Jocool]

I am mistaken. That was a Car of Tomorrow rule that did not carry over into MagLev.

[Primate]

I am mistaken. That was a Car of Tomorrow rule that did not carry over into MagLev.

Oh, okay. I could definitely see that being reinstated, though, if this event ever moves out of trial status.

[ginaw1]

Does anyone have any ideas where to buy the propellers that are smaller and not wright stuff size?

[Jocool]

Kelvin, Pitco, those are two main companies that are good.

[Epicfail21]

What kind of tracks did the New York State trial use?
Was it the race track or clear track?
If the race track, did it have magnets on it already?
did you guys buy it from KELVIN?

[scifipi]

Firstly, is this a trial event at nationals? And where could I find pictures of a maglev vehicle?

EDIT: Also, where would the propeller(s) go?