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Img.038 (G4) Two alternative positions of the Magnocraft during flight. These are called (a) the "upright position", and (b) the "inverted position". To illustrate the polarization of propulsors and the type of force interactions they create, both Magnocraft type K3 are shown in vertical cross-sections while hovering above the north (N) magnetic pole of Earth. Hatched (crossed) lines mark the location of their crew cabins. Note that independent of which one of these two flight positions is taken, the orientation of the magnetic poles of the propulsors in relation to the Magnocraft's shell remains unchanged. Therefore, when two vehicles so positioned (i.e. one in the upright position and the other in the inverted position) fly directly above/beneath each other, each one faces the other with like magnetic poles. Thus only repulsive forces can be created between two such Magnocraft (see also Figure G14). Symbols: R - a force of magnetic repulsion from the field of Earth; A - a force of magnetic attraction towards the Earth’s magnetic field; G - gravity pull of Earth; N, S - North and South magnetic poles (means “inlet” and “outlet” poles - according to subsection G5.2.).
a) The upright position. The lifting force (R) is created by the main propulsor, whereas the side propulsors create stabilization forces (A). Vehicles most frequently take this position during daylight flights.
b) The inverted position. This reverses the functions of the vehicle's propulsors, i.e. the main propulsor acts as a single stabilizer (A), whereas the side propulsors produce the lifting forces (R). During horizontal flights close to Earth, the gravity pull (G) acts like an additional stabilizer, decreasing the power engaged in magnetic circuits for propelling and stabilisation of the vehicle. Magnocraft most frequently use this position during night flights close to the surface of Earth. This is because then their crew cabin is moving close to the surface of the ground, allowing for a better observation.


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