Latest Development of Superconducting Maglev

Abstract

The suggested chapter will present the latest developments of the superconducting maglev in the world (especially in China). The chapter firstly introduces the classification of suspension, for example, the developments of electro-magnetic suspension (EMS), electro-dynamic suspension (EDS), and magnetic flux pinning suspension. Secondly, we explain the concept and principle of EMS, EDS, and so on. Thirdly, we give the introduction to the latest developments of the maglev in the world, such as China, Japan, the US, and so on. In particular, the chapter will give more details about the superconducting EDS developments in China. Finally, the chapter will present the key technologies and research prospect of the superconducting magnet of the EDS.