Track with multi-functional rail for magnetic levitation transport - carries underslung stator for linear motor drive with insulating and corrosion-protective coatings applied before assembly

摘要

The rail head (1) with horizontal smooth upper and lower running surfaces (11, 12) contains through holes (13) for bolting to the trackbed, and has a lateral guidance flange (2) with a vertical running surface (21). It combines the functions of support and guidance with that of traction by means of linear motor whose stator (3) is bracketed to the underside of the rail head (1). The trackbed may be a steel I-section or hollow girder. ADVANTAGE - Precision mfr. of multifunctional rail can be sepd. from steel trackbed construction to wider tolerances, reducing overall prodn. cost.