Control design aspects for an EDS levitation system

Abstract
EDS systems based on high frequency supplied windings are convenient candidates in standstill and low motion applications where strict mechanical tolerances are not practicable. In this paper a simple EDS system, based on a single levitation coil is presented. Images approach has been used to tune up a simplified model of the levitation coil in order to design levitation control. Simulations and preliminary experimental results are presented in order to validate the EDS system model and contro