Sendai having suffered from Japan 2011 earthquake/ tsunami disaster is steadily and powerfully moving towards its reconstruction. In this situation, large-scale technology development is now progressing. The technology concerns the next-generation high-speed transport system (AeroTrain)*1.
The developer is Prof. Kohama (Tohoku University, New Industry Creation Hatchery Center). The performances of AeroTrain are far superior to those of Shinkansen and Linear Motor Car. It should be noted that the transport system is designed based on the concept of environmental friendliness. The environment-friendliness is his mission as a scientist , and also his technical idea. The transport system will go into real service in 2020.
The research/development of the AeroTrain is being made in part of the NEDO project.
During and in connection with the development, a magnesium fuel cell was developed. This is a shocking fuel cell. There is no doubt that his tragic experience of the earthquake/tsunami disaster gave a great impulse to him for the MgFC development. The MgFC has great advantages when using in emergency situations. >> More
