1. Maglev Trains Chad Parrott

2. Can a Train Fly? In some ways trains can fly. Mag- Magnetic Lev- (Levitation- “Rising into the air”) Floats 1cm above the track Maglev- An electric train that magnetically levitates over a track and can travel at high speeds.

3. Differences : Regular trains are slowed by friction caused by the wheels. Maglev trains do not touch the track. Friction is eliminated Regular trains are also very noisy. Quiet, Smooth, super fast ride.

4. Differences: Maglev trains do not have an engine Are Powered by large electrical power source Metal coils lining a guide way or track In front of train attracts Behind Train Repels

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7. Types: Repelling- Electrodynamic Suspension (EDS) Used in Japan Attracting- Electromagnetic suspension (EMS) Used in Germany

8. How Fast Do They Go? The lack of friction allows trains to reach speeds up to 310 mph That is 2x as fast as Amtrak

9. The Environment: Maglev Trains are much cleaner than conventional trains They Run on Electricity not Fossil Fuels

10. Disadvantages: COST Estimated costs for building a maglev train system in the United States range from $10 million to $30 million per mile Flexibility Other forms provide more flexibility in destination points

11. Advantages: Speed of Travel (310 mph) Environmentally Friendlier Maintenance No wheels, axles or suspension

12. Review: Mag- Magnetism Lev- Levitation Propelled by Electromagnetic Coils Speeds up to 310 MPH Very Expensive to Build

13. Refrences: http://www.geocities.com/Area51/Shire/3075/magl ev.html http://www.geocities.com/Area51/Shire/3075/magl ev.html http://travel.howstuffworks.com/maglev-train.htm http://www.railserve.com/maglev.html Images: http://images.google.com/images?q=magnetic%20levitatio n&hl=en&lr=&sa=N&tab=wi