Some of these hoverboards may use the science of magnets. They will have hover engines that contain electrically charged magnets, or electromagnets. These use an inductor to create a powerful magnetic field. When the magnetic field is strong enough, the board will float in the air!
Omni Hoverboards claims to have created the first flying hoverboard. Their website shows incredible videos like the ones in the video player above. ... There will be a weight limit of 200 pounds for the hoverboards and the heavier the weight, the shorter the flight time, explained Duru.