Using electromagnetic forces to propel large masses, ie maglevs or railguns

[zewnten]

Currently working on a pet project, looking to build a model for accelerating a relatively large mass on a track type system. Can't find much information about the way "Maglev" trains accomplish their propulsion or the way the electromagnet systems work to keep the train levitated. Lots of info about building railguns and such though but most I see are accelerating fairly small masses. But i think the maglev trains are closest to what I was thinking.

 

[zewnten]

Posted in wrong thread, sorry. moved it.

 

[Drakkith]

Have you checked out wiki?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maglev_(transport )