Multifunctional Magnetic Vibration Simulator for EDS Maglev

This paper proposes a magnetic vibration simulator with a new excitation coil arrangement. By controlling the current of excitation coils, the proposed simulator can generate alternating magnetic fluxes that simulate harmonic magnetic fluxes generated by not only 60-degree pitch levitation coils but also 120-degree pitch propulsion coils at the same time. Furthermore it can generate steady levitation and propulsion forces. It is useful for advancing the stationary test apparatus for EDS maglev.