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The maglev train was first invented in 1902 . It was invented by a guy named Alfred Zehan.

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How does magnetism keep the cars suspended on a maglev train?

Maglev trains use powerful magnets to create a magnetic field that repels the train from the tracks, allowing for levitation and propulsion. The system keeps the train hovering at a specific distance from the track, reducing friction and allowing for high-speed travel.


What is electromagnet train?

You must mean a Maglev train. A Maglev train operates on maglev (magnetic levitation). It uses electromagnets (and possibly superconductors) that repel each other to lift the train above the ground to reduce as much friction as possible.


Does weight affect the speed of a maglev train?

Weight does not directly affect the speed of a maglev train since it relies on magnetic levitation for propulsion. However, a heavier train may require more energy to accelerate and maintain speed. Additionally, the infrastructure and track design may have weight restrictions that could indirectly impact the operational speed of the maglev train.


Why is that a maglev train is faster than a normal train?

Maglev trains are faster than normal trains because they use magnetic levitation to reduce friction between the train and the tracks, allowing them to reach higher speeds. Additionally, maglev trains do not have wheels, which eliminates the rolling resistance experienced by traditional trains on tracks.


Who invented first maglev train?

The first maglev train was invented by German engineer Hermann Kemper in the 1930s. His design used magnetic levitation to allow the train to float above the tracks, eliminating friction and allowing for faster speeds.