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30 Sep 1992

Other Reports

Maglev System Concept Definition: Final Report - Volume I

Author
Bechtel Corporation

Subject Maglev

Keywords: Railroad Technology, Railroad Research, R&D

Abstract:

This section discusses the baseline vehicle design and tradeoffs that were made during concept development. Figure Cl-1 is a complete general arrangement drawing of the vehicle...

Report Number
DTFR 53-92-C-00003
Office
RRD

1 Sep 1992

Other Reports

Recommendations for Acoustical Test Facility for Maglev Research

Author
Carl Hanson, Phillip Abbot, Ira Dyer

Subject Maglev

Keywords: Noise Assessment, Test Program, Environmental Impact

Abstract: Noise from high speed operations of a maglev system is a source of concern. The German and Japanese prototype maglev systems generate high noise levels at very high speeds....

Report Number
291550-4

1 May 1992

Other Reports

Noise Sources of High Speed Maglev Trains

Author
Carl Hanson, Phillip Abbot, Ira Dyer

Subject Maglev

Keywords: Environmental Impact, Noise Analysis, Noise Relationships

Abstract: Noise is a major concern when any new transportation source is introduced into the existing surface transportation network. Maglev will be no exception. Despite the perception...

Report Number
291550-1
Office
RRD

1 Apr 1992

Other Reports

Maglev Program Test Plan: Final Interim Test Requirements Analysis Report

Author
Federal Railroad Administration

Subject Maglev

Keywords: Risk Assessment, Literature Review, Operational Concepts

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to identify test requirements for a national maglev development program. This interim report is submitted in accordance with the Maglev Test Plan...

Report Number
FRA45-92-0006
Office
RRD

1 Feb 1992

Other Reports

Guideway Structural Design and Power/Propulsion/Braking in Relation to Guideways

Author
Maglev 2000 Team

Subject Maglev

Keywords: Guideway Configurations, Cost Analysis, Guideway Evaluation

Abstract:

This report has analyzed electromagnetic and mechanical designs for a magnetically levitated train system with nominal specifications: maximum speed: 500 km/hr (300 mph);...

Office
RRD