Patent ID: 8221024
Filing Date: 2012-07-17
Classification: B60L,B60M

Abstract:
1. A method of constructing a roadway having an embedded linear synchronous motor (LSM) which comprises the steps of: fabricating a plurality of modules having proximal ends and distal ends, with each module being fabricated by tying a multiple phase winding to a top plate and by thereafter encapsulating the winding with a mold by constructing a frame to define an open cavity around the top plate and thereafter pouring concrete into the open cavity and onto the top plate to form a concrete beam bounded by the top plate to hold the winding in a configuration for interaction with a magnet system mounted on a vehicle to propel the vehicle in a selected direction along the roadway; preparing a location for the roadway; aligning the modules end-to-end to construct the roadway; and electrically connecting the windings of adjacent modules through joints.