Propulsion system for a magnetically movable vehicle
US5605100A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 1992 |
| Grant date | Feb 25, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60L2200/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A propulsion system for a magnetically movable vehicle includes at least one means for producing a horizontal magnetic field mounted to the vehicle; a conductor adjacent to, but not in physical contact with, the means for producing a horizontal magnetic filed; and means for passing direct current through the conductor; wherein, the conductor is oriented so that the current passing through the conductor will interact with the horizontal magnetic field to generate a linear force sufficient to move the vehicle.
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