This article has all the information you need to complete a Linear Accelerator (Gauss Rifle) Science Fair Project, including instructional step-by-step video, documentation, required forms, experimentation tips and tricks, and how to squeeze your great idea into the scientific method. Using the principles of momentum and magnetics, you'll build a record-fast accelerator you can fire across the room from the palm of your hand.

Step 1: Download the Project Guide.

Step 2: Watch the video here...... but note that this video is LOOOOOONG - nearly 2 hours! We just didn't want to forget anything, and we also wanted to give you all the best information we have, so enjoy! (And you'll find that the video intro is the same as the last project's.)

Step 3: Gather your materials together.

Need parts? Click here to order the magnets and steel ball bearings.

Step 4: Set up and do your experiment.

Step 5: Log your data and chart your graphs. Click here for sample Excel file.

Step 6: Write your report. You'll find a sample report in the Project Guide.

Step 7 : Build your display board and exhibit. Find tips & tricks in both the video and the Project Guide. Click here to view the sample display board format.