Can electric motors possibly apply continuous upward force?

[Tabaristiio]

Is it possible for an electric motor to exist (based on our current understanding) which is capable of applying continuous upward force upon an object, enabling that object to fly or lift above the air?

 

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[berkeman]

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[CWatters]

Five human carrying (electric powered) drones..