Magnetic Levitation Train: Project Report
Magnetic Levitation Train Final Report
By: Dusty Funk & Kyle Getsla
Project Advisor: Dr. Anakwa
Date: May 12, 2006
Bradley University Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
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Abstract The objective of this project is to create a laboratory scale magnetic levitating train model using Inductrack technology developed by Dr. Richard Post from Lawrence Livermore National Labs, Previous work by Paul Friend is discussed as well as the physics associated with Inductrack. The levitation and propulsion systems built in lab is described. The conclusion includes the results and suggestions for future work on the maglev train.
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Table of Contents
Project Summary ...................................................................................................... 1 Basic Concepts.......................................................................................................... Halbach Array............................................................................................... Track............................................................................................................. Propulsion ………........................................................................................ 1 1 1 2
Inductrack Technology.............................................................................................. 3 Simulation...................................................................................................... 4 Block Diagram........................................................................................................... 6 Propulsion...................................................................................................... 6 Levitation....................................................................................................... 7 Previous Work........................................................................................................... 7
By: Dusty Funk & Kyle Getsla
Project Advisor: Dr. Anakwa
Date: May 12, 2006
Bradley University Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
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Abstract The objective of this project is to create a laboratory scale magnetic levitating train model using Inductrack technology developed by Dr. Richard Post from Lawrence Livermore National Labs, Previous work by Paul Friend is discussed as well as the physics associated with Inductrack. The levitation and propulsion systems built in lab is described. The conclusion includes the results and suggestions for future work on the maglev train.
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Table of Contents
Project Summary ...................................................................................................... 1 Basic Concepts.......................................................................................................... Halbach Array............................................................................................... Track............................................................................................................. Propulsion ………........................................................................................ 1 1 1 2
Inductrack Technology.............................................................................................. 3 Simulation...................................................................................................... 4 Block Diagram........................................................................................................... 6 Propulsion...................................................................................................... 6 Levitation....................................................................................................... 7 Previous Work........................................................................................................... 7
Bibliography: [1] Dan’s Data. Rare Earth Magnets for Fun and Profit. October, 2004. http://www.dansdata.com/magnets.htm [2] Dan’s Data. Rare Earth Magnets 2! October, 2004. http://www.dansdata.com/magnets.htm [3] Engineering Concepts. Explanation of Magnet Ratings. November, 2005. http://www.engconcepts.net/Magnet_Ratings.htm [4] Friend, Paul. Final Report. May, 2004. http://cegt201.bradley.edu/projects/proj2004/maglevt1/MaglevTrain1FinalReport.pdf [5] Friend, Paul. Functional Description. November, 2003. http://cegt201.bradley.edu/projects/proj2004/maglevt1/FUNCT%20DISC.pdf [6] Friend, Paul. Project Proposal. December, 2003. http://cegt201.bradley.edu/projects/proj2004/maglevt1/dproposal.pdf [7] Friend, Paul. System Block Diagram. November, 2003. http://cegt201.bradley.edu/projects/proj2004/maglevt1/Block%20Diagram.pdf 21 [8] Post, Richard F., Kratz, Robert, “Halbach Arrays for Maglev Applications,” Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. September 1999. [9] Post, Richard F., “Inductrack Demonstration Model,” Report UCRL-ID-129664, February 3, 1998. [10] Post, Richard F., “Inductrack Magnet Configuration,” U.S. Patent No. 6,633,217 B2 [11] Post, Richard F., “Magnetic Levitation for Moving Objects,” U.S. Patent No. 5,722,326 22