A presentation on

Maglev Wheel
(Magnetically levitated wheel)

By: Uday Sharma , Nikunj Aggarwal , Sachet Sharma

Subject code: project based learning (PBL-1)
Submitted to : Dr. Himanshu Payal
Introduction:
• Here in this project we are using the concept of maglev train which
works on magnetic propulsion system . Maglev ,also called
magnetic lavitation train or maglev train, for
land transportation that is supported by electromagnetic properties.
• Maglevs eliminate a key source of friction that of train wheels on
the rails although they must still overcome air resistance. This lack
of friction means that they can reach higher speeds than
conventional trains and at a very low maintenance costs.
• Hence we are proposing a wheel concept based on these principles
of levitation for future use in vehicles.
 Principle used in maglev train

Maglevs incorporate a basic fact about magnetic forces like magnetic

poles repel each other, and opposite magnetic poles attract each other
to lift, propel, and guide a vehicle over a track . Maglev propulsion and
levitation may involve the use of superconducting
materials, electromagnets, diamagnets, and rare-earth magnets.
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Basically, we are going to make a wheel which works on the basis of
maglev propulsion. we are going to set magnets In such a manner
that the magnet will change there polarity constantly by which
the levitated wheel will move due to the force of attraction and
repulsion by magnets. We can use this wheel in a variety of
vehicles , eventually cutting the costs from different expensive
maintenance fields and manufacturing of vehicles .
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• Electrodynamic suspension (EDS) systems are similar to EMS in several respects, but
the
magnets are used to repel the train from the guideway rather than attract them. These
magnets are supercooled and superconducting and have the ability to conduct electricity
for a short time after power has been cut. In EMS systems a loss of power shuts down the
electromagnets. Also, unlike EMS, the charge of the magnetized coils of the track in EDS
systems repels the charge of magnets on the undercarriage of the train so that it levitates
higher above the track. Once levitated, however, the train is moved forward by propulsion
provided by the trackway coils, which are constantly changing polarity owing to
alternating electrical current that powers the system.

Basic 2D solidworks diagram of our proposed wheel

 Components:

Electromagnets
Tyre
Customized magnet holders
Power source
Position sensors (for changing polarity of different electromagnets )
Power controller
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Literature review :
• . Maglevs were conceptualized during the early 1900s by American
professor and inventor Robert Goddard and French-born American
engineer Emile Bachelet and have been in commercial use since 1984, with
several operating at present and extensive networks proposed for the future.
• Two types of maglevs are in service. Electromagnetic suspension (EMS)
uses the attractive force between magnets present on the train’s sides and
underside and on the guideway to levitate the train.
• A variation on EMS, called Transrapid, employs an electromagnet to lift the
train off the guideway. The attraction from magnets present on the
underside of the vehicle that wrap around the iron rails of the guideway
keep the train about 1.3 cm (0.5 inch) above the guideway.
Benefits/objectives:
• Using this wheel’s we would replace the current dc motor in electric
vehicles which basically cuts the price of e-vehicles.
• This wheel’s no physical contact system provides a great advantage in
increasing speed , than the normal ball bearing physical contact
wheels used in current vehicles does .
• Consumes less energy as compared to other systems used currently.
• Less space requirement as compared to other driving means gives a
great advantage over conventional systems as the driving power
would be drawn from within the wheel system rather than from any
engine or motor installed in the vehicles.
Reference :
• https://www.ijemr.net/DOC/AnReviewOnMagneticLevitationPrinciple
AndItsApplications(84-87).pdf
• https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/53968
• https://www.britannica.com/technology/maglev-train
• https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/engineering/magnetic-levitati
on
• https://youtu.be/8EEVPVNJHjM