Maker Faire Tokyo: Particle Accelerators, Micro Bikes and Crafting Activities

Maker Faire Tokyo runs from September 3-4! Our partners, O'Reilly Japan Inc, who publish Make:Magazine in Japan, have been kind enough to provide us with a handpicked selection of awesome things for you to see if you visit.

Keep in mind that this is just a taste of the amazing sights and sounds you'll find at Maker Faire Tokyo. It will definitely be a truly amazing event. Find out more information on exactly how and where to attend on the Maker Faire Tokyo website.

MRI homemade by yashiro

MRI is a device that uses the phenomenon of nuclear magnetic resonance to image the density distribution of hydrogen nuclei. This requires powerful and extremely precise magnetic fields, linearly tilting magnetic fields and high frequency oscillating magnetic fields, which are very attractive design challenges. Moreover, there is a special pleasure that cannot be experienced anywhere else in using MRI to control a population of hydrogen nuclei at will.

interview with the creator (Japanese) | Google Translate | project website

DIY particle accelerator

The particle accelerator cyclotron, invented by Lawrence in the United States in 1932, was inspired by Widelley's idea of ​​resonant acceleration in Norway in 1928. The accelerator is a very fascinating device that uses many technologies such as high vacuum, high magnetic field, high frequency and their control. So, following on from the "Ultracompact Cyclotron Built at Home" last year, I'm building my own Widelley-type linear accelerator at home, which is the origin of the modern particle accelerator (going back a little in the 'story).< /p> Foldable electric motorcycle by ICOMA