Unconventional Railway Systems

Aim:

• impartation of basics of magnetic levitation train systems

Content:

• definition of MAGLEV systems
• developments in magnetic drive technology
• MAGLEV technology
  • vehicle structure requirements
  • magnetic levitation principles
  • safety philosophy and safety concept
  • auxiliary power supply of MAGLEV
• Propulsion und power supply
  • driving resistance
  • supply structure of way-side track facilities and auxiliary power requirement
  • methods of the stator section switching procedures
  • propulsion regulation and control
• MAGLEV track technology
• Peoplemover-systems

Time:

• 7. semester

Extent:

• 4 SWS (2/2/0)