Magnetic Levitation Trains

by   SJRANJAN

Maglev TrainMagnetic levitation trains also called as Maglev trains are becoming a popular transportation all around the world.

Maglev train came to commercial use on December, 2003.

These trains runs on electromagnetic suspension (EMS) concept . The magnetic field generated by the electrified coils in the runway makes the train moves.

And the major thing is these trains do not have engine .

There are presently very few commercial maglev transport systems in operation.

Some countries use powerful electromagnets to make high speed trains. Recently China successfully tested a locally made magnetic levitation train.


To read more about this train and its concept ...

http://science.howstuffworks.com/transport/engines-equipment/maglev-train.htm

 

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