1. Maglev System Application: Transrapid in Shanghai
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2. What is Maglev? Magnetic Levitation
Alternative to traditional train systems
Lift and propulsion is provided by a large number of magnets rather than a traditional engine
The train hovers 10-15mm above the track
No wheels or axles

3. Overview
Shanghai Transrapid is the first commercial high-speed maglev line in the world
The line spans 30 km and connects the Long Yang subway station to the Pudong Airport
The train accelerates to 220 mph in 2 minutes
Maximum operational speed is 311 mph
The journey takes only 7 minutes, 20 seconds
A one-way ticket costs about $7

4. Benefits and Costs Environmental Speed Disadvantages
Lower noise emission
Energy consumption
Land use
Speed
Fastest ground transportation available
Disadvantages
New track and infrastructure must be built to support Maglev systems
Requires sophisticated control systems to maintain the train’s position on the track
Cost: $1.45 billion
The system will not be able to recoup the initial construction costs at the current ridership rate (50 yen and 7000 passengers per day

5. Ridership Demand and Capacity
Each Maglev train can carry 574 people
Transrapid operates 2 trains to meet demand
Operates at 15 minute intervals, 15 hours a day, 7 days a week
As of Oct. 2007, daily ridership exceeds 20,000
Anecdotal evidence shows morning commute trains are 60-70% full (about 22,000 people/day)

6. References http://www.transrapid.de/ http://www.smtdc.com/en/