Research Catalog

Title

Superconducting levitation : applications to bearings and magnetic transportation / Francis C. Moon ; with selected sections by Pei-Zen Chang.

Author

Moon, F. C., 1939-

Publication

New York : Wiley, 1994.

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Additional Authors

Chang, Pei-Zen.

Description

xv, 295 pages : illustrations; 24 cm

Summary

• The dream of "antigrav" technology has haunted several generations of scientists and science fiction buffs alike, and while magnetic levitation (Mag-Lev) does not conform precisely to these visions, it does offer one of the most exciting capabilities demonstrated by superconducting materials. Yet, even among otherwise well-informed scientists and engineers, there is a general lack of understanding of the principles and technological requirements of Mag-Lev.
• This book discusses the basic physics and technology of active and passive superconducting bearings and Mag-Lev transportation. Special emphasis is given to the new high-temperature superconductors discovered in 1987 and to an understanding of the interplay of magnetics, mechanics, and dynamics necessary for Mag-Lev transportation. Author Francis C. Moon takes an empirical approach, relying more on experiment and phenomenology than formal theory.
• The presentation includes extensive figures and photos of Mag-Lev devices, including the German and Japanese Mag-Lev trains, as well as diagrams of proposed U.S. Mag-Lev designs. It is also the first book to summarize results of recent U.S. research studies aimed at regaining the lead in Mag-Lev technologies.
• . The only book of its kind, Superconducting Levitation is intended to inform and inspire physicists, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and students. Professor Moon believes that a broader spectrum of research is required for a greater understanding of the physics of Mag-Lev. He also wants to encourage the creation of new devices based on the use of magnetic devices and superconductors.

Subjects

• Magnetic bearings
• High temperature superconductors
• Magnetic levitation vehicles

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references (p. 265-284) and index.

Contents

1. Introduction to Magnetic Levitation -- 2. Principles of Magnetics -- 3. Superconducting Materials -- 4. Principles of Superconducting Bearings -- 5. Dynamics of Magnetically Levitated Systems -- 6. Applications of Superconducting Bearings -- 7. Magnetic Levitation Transportation.

ISBN

0471559253 (alk. paper)

LCCN

93031759

OCLC

• 28723069
• ocm28723069

Owning Institutions

Columbia University Libraries