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Theory and Applications of Electromagnetic Levitation

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 February 2011

R. T. Frost  and
C. W. Chang
R. T. Frost
Affiliation:
General Electric, Space Systems Division, Box 8555, Philadelphia, PA 19101
C. W. Chang
Affiliation:
General Electric, Space Systems Division, Box 8555, Philadelphia, PA 19101
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Abstract

The basic theory of electromagnetic levitation of conducting specimens by alternating fields is reviewed. Emphasis is placed upon simple approximation formulae useful in planning and interpreting laboratory measurements. Recent work involving computer solutions for forces and heating by complex field coil configurations, including those with polyphase excitation, is described. Applications and limitations of the technique both terrestrially and in a microgravity environment are discussed.

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Research Article
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MRS Online Proceedings Library (OPL) , Volume 9 , 1981 , 71
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Copyright © Materials Research Society 1982

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