Impulse-driven capsule by coil-induced magnetic field implementation

We have developed a traveling small capsule, which has a smooth outer surface and is driven by inertia force and friction force. Measuring only 7 mm in diameter and 12 mm in length, it is sufficiently small to be placed in the human gullet or intestines. The capsule contains a small magnet and a coil, and an electric pulse drives the magnet to move the capsule. Our capsule may be useful for medical treatments such as inspection and drug delivery.