Maglev Quicklinks
Links to systems currently operational or under development.
Urban Maglev
Discussion group and news archive for those interested in low speed maglev ("urban maglev"), quiet trains designed for urban transit, with top service speeds usually under about 100mph.
Shanghai Pudong Airport MagLev in Depth
Discover what a real Maglev in operation looks like. Contains many pictures and ticket information.
Maglev and Other Research of Dr. Marc T. Thompson
Research Interests of Marc T. Thompson, Ph.D., System Design Consultant and Professor of Electrical Engineering.
Thompson Consulting
Magnetic suspensions and power electronics design.
Fundamentals of Maglev
Basic physics, types of maglev, how they float, and issues related to Maglev Trains.
Magnetic levitation links and experiments by Bill Beaty
Magnetic levitation links. Also experiments by Bill Beaty. Part of Bill Beaty's extensive science site.
Fun with Diamagnetic Levitation
A simple how-to for creating your own diamagnetic levitation experiments, complete with demonstration images and thorough explanations.
Magnetic Levitation and Analog Servocontroler
Site presents original and exclusive experiences relating to magnetic levitation, servocontrol, etc. for a hobbyist.
Magnetic Levitation
Magnetic levitation research at the University of Nottingham, England.
Magnetic Levitation - Science is Fun
Magnetic levitation information, photos and links. Includes the article "What is a magnetic field?".
Shanghai's Maglev - the world's fastest train
The future is here, in Shanghai, where the world's first maglev is up and running, reports Ron Gluckman.
The Frog That Learned to Fly
Plenty of materials can be levitated in a strong magnetic field - from simple metals, liquids, and various polymers to everyday things such as various plants and living creatures (frogs, fish and a mouse).
High Speed Ground Transportation Association
Organization working to expand high speed ground transportation in the United States.
MAGLEV-2002
The 17th International Conference on Magnetically Levitated Systems and Drives, Lausanne. The conference is aimed to present the existing industrialization status, the marketing and social aspects, and application of MAGLEV for high-speed transportation systems.
Barry's Magnetic Levitation Plans
How to design a magnetic levitation demonstrator using photodetectors and electronics to control an electromagnet.
Revolve Magnetic Bearings, Inc.
Design, development, manufacture and implementation of magnetic bearings. The company provides solutions where other bearings fail.
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