抄録
Computer simulations using classical linear dynamics have been performed to study vehicle dynamics of superconducting magnetically levitated (Maglev) vehicles. Recently, the authors have constructed fundamental simulation models of Maglev vehicles using multibody dynamics. By applying these models, non-linear dynamic motions of the vehicles moving with large displacements can be calculated. There have already been computer simulation models of wheel-on-rail vehicles using multibody dynamics. However, unlike wheel-on-rail vehicles, Maglev vehicles have electromagnetic springs without physical contact between bogies and the guideway. Co-simulation methods of mechanics and electromagnetics are unique methods for Maglev simulation models. This paper describes concepts of the newly-constructed models and the results of validity studies of the models.
