Magnetic Levitation in the News

Scientists Show Off Gravity-Defying Breakthrough In Magnetic Levitation Research
Researchers may have unlocked the potential for gravity-free technology. A new study published in Applied Physics Letters highlights how researchers have made huge breakthroughs in magnetic levitation ... continued..
Electromagnetic device identifies cells by seeing how high they levitate
Cells at the bottom of a liquid medium begin levitating, then hovering at a particular height. With no physical contact, an invisible force directs certain cells to float up or down in unison, like ... continued..
Photos: Tesla Cybertruck miniature defies gravity with magnetic levitation
The Levitating Cybertruck model isn’t just a static replica; it’s a dynamic display piece that floats above a magnetic base. This 1:24 scale model demonstrates the growing trend of incorporating ... continued..
Iron-based battery material achieves higher energy state, promising improved storage and voltage
Researchers have created a more energy dense storage material for iron-based batteries. The breakthrough could also improve applications in MRI technology and magnetic levitation. continued..
Innovative magnetic levitation: New material offers potential for unlocking gravity-free technology
The scientists chemically coated each graphite particle with a layer of electrically insulating silica. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) helps silica bind to the surface of the graphite. The coated graphite ... continued..
Magnetic Levitation Technologies and Applications
Magnetic levitation (MagLev) technologies are rapidly evolving, offering transformative methodologies in materials characterisation, precision engineering and process automation. By balancing ... continued..
Magnetic Levitation Technologies and Electrodynamic Suspension Systems
Magnetic levitation technologies and electrodynamic suspension (EDS) systems represent a transformative advancement in transportation and industrial applications. These systems utilise the principles ... continued..
Graphite platform levitates without power
Magnetic levitation is used to float everything from lightbulbs to trains, with varying levels of success, but usually it requires a power source. Now, scientists in Japan have developed a way to make ... continued..
Bismuth is so strongly repelled from magnets, it levitates. How?
The element bismuth can "float" between magnets due to magnetic levitation. What's the science behind this phenomenon? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. continued..
GM dreams up magnetic levitating seats
General Motors is looking to patent a magnetic levitation system that would replace conventional seat adjusters. As described in a patent application filed by GM with the United States Patent and ... continued..

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