As a result of early research in many countries, including the USA and Canada, and developments particularly in the Federal Republic of Germany and in Japan, the technologies of magnetic suspension and linear electric drives have matured to the stage at which low-speed systems are operational and high-speed systems have reached prototype test and demonstration. Maglev is now recognized as a realistic option for the 1990s and is being assessed in parallel with high-speed rail service in many corridor studies. Maglev is becoming available at a time when both road and air congestion is threatening the mobility that North America has come to expect. The fast, clean, energy-efficient characteristics should allow Maglev systems to contribute to the solution of impending transportation problems. This paper reviews the opportunities and prospects for the implementation of Maglev in North America. 12 refs., 1 fig., 1 tab.
Opportunities and Prospects for Maglev in North America
1989
5 pages
Report
No indication
English
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