Track section for 'Magnetic river' demonstration

Track section for 'Magnetic river' demonstration Track section for 'Magnetic river' demonstration Track section for 'Magnetic river' demonstration Track section for 'Magnetic river' demonstration

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Track section for 'Magnetic river' demonstration, a linear electric motor combining levitation and propulsion, devised by Professor Eric Laithwaite and built c.1970

Details

Category:
Electricity Supply
Object Number:
2000-429/4
Materials:
iron and copper
Measurements:
track section, approx: 1000 mm x 3000 mm x 500 mm, 200 kg
type:
tracks
credit:
University of Sussex, School of Engineering.