VALIDATION OF SYSTEM 21 MONOBEAM TRANSIT WITH COMPUTER ANALYSIS AND LARGE MODELS. FINAL REPORT

Validation of four key features of the new "SYSTEM 21" aerial rapid transit system are discussed: Assessment of tension tie between car and beam; Dynamic analysis of cars/trains traveling along the guideway at speeds to 100 mph; Analyses of guideway beam strength and rigidity; Quarterscale models to validate outrigger kinematics and modular makeup of the guideway station. There are strong indications of suitability for operation at inter-city speeds as well. Most of this was done under a DOE grant to FUTREX in 1989, addressing issues identified by the National Bureau of Standards.