Rising Force: The Magic of Magnetic Levitation

摘要: From Peter Pan to Harry Potter, from David Copperfield levitating toys, there is magic in conquering gravity. In this first-ever popular introduction "maglev"-- the use of magnetic forces overcome gravity and friction--James D. Livingston takes lay readers on a journey discovery, basic concepts today's most thrilling applications. The tour begins with examples our historical fascination levitation, both real fake. At next stop, introduces components maglev: gravitational universe, force fields, diamagnetism stabilization, superdiamagnetism supercurrents, maglev nanotechnology, more. He explores development superconductors that are making large-scale levitation devices possible, bearings products ranging implanted blood pumps wind turbines, integrated circuit fabrication, centrifuges enrich uranium. last chapters, we arrive at science behind transportation systems, such as Chinese trains travel 250 miles per hour without touching tracks. Packed fascinating anecdotes about colorful personalities who have "fought friction by fighting gravity," book maintains accuracy throughout while it entertains informs technical nontechnical alike. With so many new applications for horizon, Rising Force sure retain its own years come.