Dynamic stability of maglev systems

Conference · Wed Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1992

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6910954· OSTI ID:7054368

Cai, Y; Chen, S S; Mulcahy, T M; Rote, D M

Since the occurrence of dynamic instabilities is not acceptable for any commercial maglev systems, it is important to consider the dynamic instability in the development of all maglev systems. This study is to consider the stability of maglev systems based on experimental data, scoping calculations and simple mathematical models. Divergence and flutter are obtained for coupled vibration of a three-degree-of-freedom maglev vehicle on the guideway which consists of double L-shaped aluminum segments attached to a rotating wheel. The theory and analysis developed in this study provides basic stability characteristics and identifies future research needs for maglev system.

• Research Organization: Argonne National Lab., IL (United States)
• Sponsoring Organization: DOD; DOT; Department of Defense, Washington, DC (United States); Department of Transportation, Washington, DC (United States)
• DOE Contract Number: W-31109-ENG-38
• OSTI ID: 7054368
• Report Number(s): ANL/CP-77116; CONF-9210176--1; ON: DE92041104
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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