Title :
Superferric magnets for fast levitated trains
Author :
Huson, F.R. ; MacKay, W.W. ; Miao, Y. ; Pissanetzky, S. ; Xiang, Y.
Author_Institution :
Texas Accel. Center, Woodlands, TX, USA
fDate :
3/1/1991 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A new technology for high-speed magnetically levitated train (MAGLEV) transportation is being developed. The technology is based on self-shielded superferric magnets which provide guidance and levitation at above 50 mph´. A linear motor is used for propulsion. The levitation and guidance superconducting magnets are distributed along the entire length of the cars. The superferric magnet shields the fringe field within the car to less than 5 G. Magnetic details and initial calculations of dynamics are presented
Keywords :
magnetic levitation; railways; rapid transit systems; superconducting magnets; MAGLEV; fringe field shielding; high-speed transportation; levitated trains; linear motor; magnetically levitated train; monorail guideway; propulsion; self-shielded superferric magnets; superconducting magnets; superferric magnet; Accelerator magnets; Eddy currents; Gaussian processes; Iron; Magnetic levitation; Propulsion; Rails; Superconducting magnets; Transportation; Vehicles;
Journal_Title :
Magnetics, IEEE Transactions on
