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Magnetlevitation, often shortened to maglev, is a method of propulsion that uses magnetic levitation to levitate, and propel a vehicle with magnets. This technology allows for extremely high speeds due to the absence of friction between the vehicle and the track.

The fundamental principle behind maglev involves the repulsion or attraction of magnetic fields. Either superconducting magnets on the vehicle and conventional electromagnets in the guideway, or vice versa, are used to create the necessary forces for levitation and propulsion. One common system uses electromagnets on the underside of the vehicle that are attracted to a ferromagnetic rail above them, pulling the vehicle upwards. Another approach utilizes repulsive forces between similarly-poled magnets on the vehicle and the track, pushing the vehicle away from the guideway.

Propulsion is typically achieved by a linear motor, where the magnetic fields of the track and the vehicle interact to push or pull the vehicle forward. The guideway essentially acts as the stator of a linear electric motor, and the vehicle as the rotor. By varying the polarity and strength of the magnetic fields in the guideway, the vehicle can be accelerated, decelerated, and controlled.

Maglev trains offer several advantages over conventional rail transport, including higher speeds, reduced noise pollution, and lower maintenance requirements due to the lack of physical contact. However, the high initial construction costs of maglev tracks and the specialized infrastructure required have limited their widespread adoption. Despite these challenges, maglev technology continues to be developed and deployed in select locations globally, primarily for high-speed intercity routes and in urban transit systems.