Physics behind Crealev's devices.

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The discussion centers on the physics of Crealev's levitating devices, particularly the mechanisms that allow them to function without moving parts or superconductors. Participants explore the possibility of using spinning magnets to overcome Earnshaw's theorem, suggesting that the devices may utilize diamagnetism through Eddy currents. There is speculation that a permanent magnet is involved in the levitated object, while the base generates a dynamic magnetic field through a configuration of coils powered by electricity. The conversation highlights the innovative approach to magnetic levitation that avoids traditional moving components. Overall, the discussion emphasizes the intriguing physics behind Crealev's technology and its potential applications.
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I am interested in hearing your comments about the physics behind Crealev's levitating devices (http://www.crealev.com/). It is known you can beat Earnshaw's theorem using spinning magnets:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spin_stabilized_magnetic_levitation

but in Crealev's devices it seems there are no moving parts (and of course no superconductors).

Could it be diagmagnetism created by Eddy currents?
 
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it does not show much about the base... from what I understand you can levitate a permanent magnet by rotating the fields around it. So my guess is that there may be a permanent magnet in the levitated object, while the base provides a dynamic field. you don't need moving parts in the base either, just a configuration of coils and some electricity.
 
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