The World of Maglevs
The proposed Maglev line in the U.S. is between Washington D.C. and what other city?
Baltimore
What does Maglev stand for?
Magnetic Levitation
Based on a typical Maglev train, how long would it take for the money to be made back on the investment?
28 years
Which type of train travel has greater acceleration capabilities? (Maglev vs. HSR)
Maglev
Maglev trains operate on traditional rail tracks. True or false.
False
What is the world record speed for rail vehicles?
603 km/h (314 mph)
What type of force is utilized in Maglev trains?
Electromagnetism
Roughly how much money would it take to build a Maglev train from Baltimore to Washington DC?
$7 billion
What is the main source of sound for a Maglev train?
Air friction
How fast do maglevs travel?
> 500 km/h
Where is the fastest operational Maglev located?
Shanghai
Are permanent magnets always magnetic?
Yes
Around how many more times energy efficient is the Maglev train compared to a car (round to whole number)?
4 times
What is the typical turning radius of a Maglev?
30 m
When and where was the first line built that still operates today?
South Korea, 1993
When is the proposed line between Tokyo and Nagoya expected to finish?
2027
When are electromagnets magnetic?
When an electric current flows through them.
How many vehicle miles do Maglev trains save daily on average?
192,000
In general, why do Maglevs require a smaller track footprint?
The electromagnetic force between the vehicle and track.
How long was the introduction video?
4 seconds
What is the model name of the fastest train ever?
The L0 Series Maglev
How does the change in direction of current affect an electromagnet?
It changes polarity
How much energy does a Maglev train require annually (in kWh)?
1.28 x 10^8
What is the difference in percentage between the maximum gradient that Maglevs and HSR can ascend?
6%
How many metric tons of carbon dioxide do Maglevs save compared to cars?
115,000