Magnetology

In the realm of transportation, one concept stands out as both complex and promising: magnetic levitation, often referred to as maglev technology. This revolutionary mode of transportation has captured the imagination of engineers, innovators, and commuters alike, offering the potential for ultra-fast, frictionless travel. The foundational principles of magnetic levitation were understood in the early 20th century, with significant advancements occurring throughout the mid to late 20th cen …

Early History China The history of magnets stretches back thousands of years, with evidence of their use dating back to ancient civilizations. One of the earliest known uses of magnets was in China around 200 BC. The Chinese were among the first civilizations to harness the magnetic properties of naturally occurring lodestone for practical purposes. Historical records indicate that by the 2nd century BCE, Chinese scholars had developed sophisticated compasses, known as “south-pointing chariot …

  If you have a product idea, perhaps the most frustrating hurdle is not knowing how to navigate the path of turning your concept into a reality.  You know that if you could just figure out how to make your idea into a reality, it would be an amazing product. Not a problem! If you are serious about turning your ideas into something you can hold in your hand, we will lay out all the next steps for you to bridge the gap between concept and product.   The steps to take …

The fascination of space sparks the imagination, leading to fascinating questions about everyday objects. Will a feather fall just as fast as a hammer on the moon? If you fire a bullet out into space, will it simply go on forever until it collides with some distant planet or star? If you are flying around the Earth on the International Space Station, will magnets still behave in the same fashion that they behave here on Earth? Space is an amazing place that humans are just beginning to scra …

It is metal, right?  If you have ever played with magnets as a kid, you were probably perplexed and surprised to find that your magnets just don't seem to like certain types of metal. Why is that? Are some metals different than others? Let's take a quick look at why magnets are not drawn to certain metals and how aluminum fits into the picture.Why does it stick? At the heart of magnetic attraction lies the alignment of electrons within certain materials, particularly metals. Metals like …