What is maglev on a Rubik's Cube?


What is maglev on a Rubik's Cube? MagLev replaces the 6 springs present in a traditional 3x3 underneath the screw in each center piece, with two magnets of opposing polarity. Springs are used in 3x3s. This concept is relatively simple, and is not actually all too new, dating back to 2017 with preliminary versions demoed by Chris Tran.


Does China use maglev?

China already has one maglev train in operation in Shanghai, which connects Pudong Airport with the Longyang Road station in the city center.


Does Japan use maglev?

The Chuo Shinkansen is the culmination of Japanese maglev development since the 1970s, a government-funded project initiated by Japan Airlines and the former Japanese National Railways (JNR).