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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.

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Why is the maglev train called the maglev train?

maglev is short for Magnetic Levitation.


What type of train uses magnets?

The maglev train floats over its track using an electromagnet. Maglev trains have managed speeds in excess of 370mph. A model of the maglev train uses two permanent magnets to get the model to float over the track.Describe how the magnets must be arranged to get the model Maglev Train to float.


Does Italy have Maglev train?

no


What controls the levitation of the cars of a Maglev train?

The levitation of a maglev train is controlled by safety critical microprocessors (computers).


How does balance effect the maglev train?

It doesn't. The maglev train is engineered for weight distribution that is unaffected by normal loading.


How do you people get on maglev trains?

They get on from an opening passage way that comes out of the maglev train


What is the weight of the maglev train?

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What are the parts of a maglev train?

barney is on the train chewing chicken


How does the maglev train differ from a normal train?

The biggest difference is that a maglev train is not touching anything while it is traveling, while a normal train is sitting on steel rails at all times.


How does the property of a maglev train helps to decrese friction?

No two solids ever touch in a maglev.


Can a maglev train go as fast as a train?

It goes faster than that of a regular train.


When were maglev trains first being used?

MagLev trains were first designed by a German man named Hermann Kemper. he was the first man to design and patent a MagLev train. The first MagLev train to be built and used was designed by Thyssen Henschel, another German, in the 1970's. The first passenger-carrying MagLev train was introduced in 1979 at the International Transportation Exposition in Hamburg, Germany. Thus began the MagLev train.