Inventors:
Joseph Cioletti - Pittsburgh PA
Joseph Koepfinger - Coraopolis PA
Frank Young - Murrysville PA
Assignee:
Maglev, Inc. - Pittsburgh PA
International Classification:
E01B 2500
Abstract:
A utility transmission and distribution system includes a guideway for a magnetic levitation transportation system, and supports for supporting the guideway above the ground. The guideway includes a base connected to a structure defining an enclosed channel. At least one conduit defining an enclosed space is disposed within the channel, and is rigidly connected to the channel such that movement over the guideway remains unimpeded. At least one cable is disposed within the conduit for transmitting and distributing utilities.