Abstract: The National Maglev Initiative (NMI) resulted in four distinctly different concepts. The structural systems of the concepts varied greatly, but in general were very complex. This paper evaluates the concepts as to their ...

Abstract: Maglev systems represent an entirely new concept in transportation. They will not operate on nor share the right-of-way with any other system. It is important, therefore, that the guideways be designed and constructed so ...