Launch Rail Concept

>>> I am wondering if combining your concept with an electromagnetic
>> system could solve the friction problem.
>>
>> You would use the sled system as guidance having the sled hovering
>> above the rail were needed and use the rocket propulsion for
>> acceleration.
>>
>> The electromagnetic part of that system could probably be reduced
>> compared to an electromagnetic only mass driver system.
>>
> I think you are right the Inductrak technology might be a simpler
>way to achieve a MagLev supported rail.