Modern Maglev Toys

MagLev is a term used to describe a newly developed form of transportation. They are very similar to trains. MagLev transportation uses magnets to guide, direct and help accelerate train-like carriages over long distances. MagLev trains can reach impressive speeds of up to 300 miles per hour.

In order to demonstrate how MagLev systems work, York House School in Hertfordshire contacted us to buy a set of magnets to create their very own miniature MagLev system. York House School created a guided track and a MagLev carriage. The carriage had a small Neodymium magnet placed on its underside. The guide track system had an air gap big enough to insert a small rod with a magnet on the end. Ensuring that the same two polarities met each other the magnet on the rod would repel and move the carriage sat on the track forward. As the carriage never physically touches the track, we avoid the negative effects of friction.

This clever track design enabled students to construct their very own MagLev system design and successfully learn how MagLev systems work.

If you would like to build your own Maglev system – whether a small or scaled model please contact a member of our friendly technical support team who will help you choose the right magnets for your design.

We would like to thank York house school for sharing their magnet application with us and for sending in some great photos.

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