Adaptive magnetic levitation apparatus and method

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2007-05-29

2007-05-29

Barrera, Ramon M. (Department: 2832)

Electricity: magnetically operated switches, magnets, and electr

Magnets and electromagnets

Magnet structure or material

C335S306000, C310S012060, C104S281000, C104S286000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10860128

ABSTRACT:
A magnetic levitation system, includes a base module having a plurality of coils spaced in a matrix configuration. The system also includes a platform module having a plurality of focusing magnets and a plurality of lifting magnets. Activation of the plurality of coils by way of an electric current supplied to the plurality of coils creates a magnetic field strength which provides a force that levitates the platform module over the base module. The system also includes a position and orientation sensing and feedback system provided on the platform module.

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