evaluate-levitation-mechanism

Evaluate and compare levitation mechanisms for a given application through a structured trade study. Covers magnetic (passive diamagnetic, active feedback, superconducting), acoustic (standing wave, phased array), aerodynamic (hovercraft, air bearings, Coanda effect), and electrostatic (Coulomb suspension, ion traps) mechanisms. Use when selecting the most appropriate levitation approach for transport, sample handling, display, bearings, or precision measurement applications.