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Levitator for Containerless Processing

Abstract

Objects are levitated by aerodynamic forces in an apparatus originally developed for space research but just as effective on Earth. New levitator is orientation-independent. Also works equally as well whether or not gravity is present. Apparatus supports a sphere by aerodynamic forces from gas flowing through convergent/divergent section. Concentric inner tube is moved along axis of cylindrical housing.

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Berg, L. H., Oran, W. A., Theiss, J. M.. 1982-09-01. Levitator for Containerless Processing. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19810000110

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