Title :
Maglev systems development status
Author :
Eastham, A.R. ; Hayes, W.F.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. Eng., Queen´´s Univ., Kingston, Ont., Canada
Abstract :
The current status and future potential of Maglev systems is reviewed. Modes of noncontact suspension and propulsion are described, and prototype systems and design concepts are indicated. A number of existing systems are described in more detail.<>
Keywords :
magnetic levitation; railways; transportation; Maglev; magnetic levitation; noncontact suspension; propulsion; railways; transportation; Conductors; Drag; Electromagnets; Magnetic levitation; Medical services; Strips; Superconducting coils; Superconducting magnets; Superconductivity; Vehicles;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
