Levitron with magnets

magnetic lewiton

Magnetic levitron is a toy invented in USA by Roy Harrigan. It is a device with little complexity, composed of a small base, a plastic disc and a magnetic top and a ceramic casing. Due to the arrangement strong magnets in the levitron base, the top rises to a certain height, creating a force generated by magnets with the same poles. Magnetic levitrons can now come in different shapes. They have found their use as exhibits goods in store windows as well as decorations like pots, globes, or toys.