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Will magnetic levitation help PRT? |
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Written by Administrator
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Saturday, 10 February 2007 |
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Not at urban speeds. Comparisons of systems levitated by magnetic fields, air cushions, and wheels shows that, by using low-rolling-resistance tires, there is no advantage of either magnetic or air suspension over wheels at urban speeds, and indeed serious disadvantages.
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