L0 Series train on the under-construction Chūō Shinkansen, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan A full trip on the Shanghai Transrapid maglev train Example of low-speed urban maglev system, Linimo Maglev …

Dec 17, 2025 · Maglev trains use electromagnetic force to levitate several inches over the track or guideway. By eliminating a key source of friction—that of the wheels on the rails—such trains can …

In the 21st century there are a few countries using powerful electromagnets to develop high-speed trains, called maglev trains. These trains float over guideways using the basic principles of magnets …

4 days ago · The maglev train was tested on a 400 metre (1,310-foot) magnetic levitation (maglev) test line, and safely brought to a stop afterwards. China has set a world record in maglev technology, …

4 days ago · China has achieved a major milestone in high-speed transportation research by setting a new world record in superconducting magnetic levitation (maglev) technology. Scientists at the …

Jun 14, 2016 · In Maglev, superconducting magnets suspend a train car above a U-shaped concrete guideway. Like ordinary magnets, these magnets repel one another when matching poles face each …

4 days ago · China’s superconducting maglev train breaks world record, reaching 700 km/h in two seconds, setting a new benchmark in high-speed rail.

Jul 13, 2025 · Maglev technology uses opposing magnetic fields to lift the train off its track, which reduces friction and allows for smoother, quieter, and faster movement.

Sep 15, 2025 · At its core, maglev relies on an elegant principle: magnetism. By harnessing powerful electromagnets, trains can be lifted and propelled without ever touching the track. This eliminates …

Transportation systems employing some form of magnetic levitation are known as maglevs and consist of vehicles moving along dedicated guideways.