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levitation

[lev-i-tey-shuhn] / ˌlɛv ɪˈteɪ ʃən /


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This unique ability makes them extremely valuable for technologies such as efficient power transmission, energy storage, magnetic levitation systems, and quantum computers.

From Science Daily ● Dec. 21, 2025

Some of the most exciting and promising clean tech — like magnetic levitation trains and other low-cost, high-speed transportation — could finally be viable for mass development with superconductor use.

From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2023

The levitation, the scientists said, demonstrated the Meissner effect, which ensures zero magnetic field inside a superconductor.

From New York Times ● Aug. 3, 2023

“What in the wingardium leviosa is that dress,” one person wrote, referencing the levitation spell Watson’s Hermione uses to make a feather fly in the first “Harry Potter” film.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2023

“The hover ladder must use advanced magnetic levitation technology,” said Miguel, seated at the desk to Kyle’s right.

From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein




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