A C++ console simulation where you manage a futuristic maglev train powered by superconductors—because why let your old superconductors rot in the garage? 🧊⚡
- Interactive dashboard: Watch the train's position, speed, superconductor temperature, coolant level, maglev lift, and system status update live.
- Levitation physics: Only achieve lift when the superconductor is cooled below its critical temperature (Tc). Otherwise… enjoy a “quench” warning!
- Resource management: Control the train's speed, superconductor current, coolant use, and temperature.
- Manual controls: Adjust all the key variables, refill coolant, toggle cooling, and try to reach the end of the track.
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Compile the program:
g++ maglev.cpp -o maglev
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Run the simulation:
./maglev
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Use the controls:
[1]Set the superconductor current (Amps). Higher current = more maglev lift![2]Set train speed (m/s). The train only moves if it's levitating.[3]Toggle cooling on/off. Cooling uses up coolant and drops the superconductor temperature.[4]Refill coolant to 100%.[5]Quit the simulation.
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Goal:
Get your maglev train to the end of the 100-meter track without quenching or running out of coolant!
- The superconductor must be cooled below Tc (critical temp, 90 K) to levitate the train.
- You can only move the train when maglev lift is enough to support at least 90% of the train’s weight.
- Coolant gets used up while cooling is on. If coolant runs out or you turn off cooling, the temperature rises!
- If you set a high current with the superconductor too warm, you’ll get a QUENCH! (No Levitation) warning.
- Start cooling immediately! It takes a while to drop from room temperature (300 K) to below 90 K.
- Set current high (close to 500 A) for maximum lift.
- Keep an eye on coolant! Refill before you run out, or you’ll lose levitation.
- Try different speeds and see how fast you can reach the finish line.
- Add random events (coolant leaks, power surges, etc.)
- Make acceleration realistic (force = mass × acceleration)
- Add ASCII train art for extra flavor
- Implement achievements (“100m in under 10 ticks!”)
- C++ compiler (e.g. g++, clang++)
- Runs in any terminal (tested on macOS, Linux, Windows)
MIT (Do whatever you want, but send memes if you enjoy it.)
Made with ❤️, superconductors, and way too much coolant.