# Leisurely Levitation The future fast approaches with floating transportation and toys. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Jan 29, 2015 | Category: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/auto-and-motor-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/leisurely-levitation ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.8/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Leisurely Levitation trend? **Leisurely Levitation:** What was considered to be possible by the year 2015 by those in the 60s or 50s is finally coming true with leisurely levitation pieces that take toys and transportation literally off the ground. Speaking to a growing desire for more novelty and new uses of existing technology, these flying toys turn consumers toward the future. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 24, 2013 to Aug 3, 2016 - Published: Jan 29, 2015 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Leisurely Levitation trend ### Gravity-Defying Vehicles Leveraging technological advancements to create functional vehicles that defy the laws of gravity opens up disruptive innovation opportunities for various industries focused on transportation and logistics. ### Ultrasonic Levitation Expanding on the possibilities of levitation using sound waves and ultrasonic levitation technology can lead to breakthroughs in various industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and even space exploration. ### Magnetic Levitation Developing magnetic levitation platforms for transportation ranging from vehicles to trains can lead to advanced transportation systems that are faster, more efficient, and environmentally friendly. ## What the Leisurely Levitation trend means for industry ### For Transportation Continued exploration and investment into gravitational and magnetic levitation vehicles has the potential to disrupt transportation industry norms. ### For Manufacturing Ultrasonic levitation technology can alter the way we manufacture goods and provide solutions for challenges such as creating medicines without causing contamination. ### For Sports and Recreation Innovation in levitation technology is also opening up opportunities in the sports and recreation industries, providing individuals and hobbyists with new, exciting activities. ## Trend signals for Leisurely Levitation Trend score 4.8 out of 10, from popularity 72%, activity 64%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 72% - Activity: 64% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Leisurely Levitation trend 6 featured examples from Jul 24, 2013 to Aug 3, 2016. - [Anti-Gravity Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerox-hoverbike): Aero-X Hoverbike Lets You Ride Above Any Landscape (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry may explore integrating flying technologies into their transportation offerings. - [Budget-Efficient Foam Gliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glider-design): This Glider Design by Alexander Shevchenko Costs Less to Repair (Category: Autos) Implication: The aerospace industry can benefit from incorporating budget-efficient materials for aircraft production. - [Levitating Quantum Race Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quantum-race-car): The QMR Offers a Futuristic Vehicle That Hovers Around the Race Track (Category: Autos) Implication: Levitation technology and frictionless propulsion can be used to create faster and safer cars. - [Gravity-Defying Real Hoverboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverboard): The Real Hoverboard By HUVr Brings Us Back to the Future (Category: Tech) Implication: Anti-gravity technology can be used in the development of new transportation vehicles and infrastructure. - [Commuter Maglev Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maglev-car): The M.U.C. Vehicle Would Streamline City Driving for Efficient and Eco Aims (Category: Autos) Implication: The automotive industry can take advantage of this concept and explore the possibility of developing maglev cars for urban commuters. - [Gravity-Defying Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levitation-machine): This Ultrasonic Levitation Machine Can Levitate Objects in Air (Category: Tech) Implication: The use of ultrasonic levitation in the production process can help increase precision and quality control, leading to more efficient and cost-effective manufacturing. ## Recent trend clusters - [Racing Homage](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/racing-homage) (Autos) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Autos - [French Retro City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-retro-city-cars) - [Factory-Backed Performance Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-performance-centers) - [Flexible Luxury Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexible-luxury-motorhomes) - [Electric Luxury Grand Tourers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-price-ev-sedans) All articles: [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos)