The Future of Magnetic Levitation

Pioneering maglev research was done in the U.S. from the late 1960's until 1975 when all federally funded work was canceled. In 1988 the maglev effort was revived and for now is still alive. High speed maglev is now at the point railroads were at in the 1820's - plans are being made and groundbreaking appears likely. Two plans are now in the works: a 250 mile route from the outskirts of Los Angeles to Las Vegas and a 13 mile airport connector in Orlando, Florida. The technology is available, the problem is financing. The initial cost of setting up a maglev system is great. Industry lacks incentive to make major financial commitments to maglev because of the long-term nature of the investment. Help must come from the federal government.

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