New York State Technical & Economic MAGLEV Evaluation
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1991-06-01
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Abstract:The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, with the
assistance of the Departments of Transportation, Economic Development, Environmental Conservation, and the New York State Thruway Authority, is undertaking a comprehensive, systematic evaluation of High-Speed Surface Transit options for the State. This study represents the first phase of that effort. It is a preliminary evaluation of technical and economic characteristics of magnetically levitated ground transportation systems (MAGLEV). The evaluation focuses on two major questions: 1) Does MAGLEV offer potential to meet future New York State transportation needs in a cost-effective manner?; and, 2) What benefits could New York State expect from participation in MAGLEV technology development and MAGLEV system implementation? This preliminary three-month study was intended to identify key issues and provide recommendations for subsequent phases of the comprehensive evaluation. The study was cosponsored by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and the New York State Thruway Authority. Following a competitive solicitation, a contract was awarded to a team headed by the Grumman Corporation that included staff from Parsons Brinckerhoff Quade & Douglas, Inc.; General Electric Company; Intermagnetics General Corporation; and Brookhaven National Laboratories. The New York State Department of Transportation provided marketing information and economic analysis.
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