field will force the projectile out. This method has been used to demonstrate the possibility of firing projectiles at velocities
much higher than those possible with explosives for both peaceful and military applications. One possible application that
has been proposed is to use this device to fire satellites into orbit, since the initial velocities that can be achieved are high
enough to permit such applications. This means that escape velocities are possible or that much greater damage can be done
when the gun is used for military purposes. The rail gun also finds applications in the acceleration of very small masses in
particle research.