Articles | Volume 17, issue 2
https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-17-825-2026
https://doi.org/10.5194/ms-17-825-2026
Research article
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25 Aug 2026
Research article |  | 25 Aug 2026

Two-dimensional point suspension characteristics of a magnetic robot driven by dual electromagnets within a fluid pipe

Zhanxiang Cui, Yonghua Lu, and Yun Zhu

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Short summary
Pipeline robots have demonstrated significant potential in cleaning, inspection, and  transportation. By leveraging magnetic-levitation technology, we employ a symmetric magnetic drive system to achieve controlled suspension and locomotion of a magnetic robot within fluid-filled pipelines. The robot exhibits robust resistance to flow disturbances, better positioning accuracy, and stable motion performance.
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