NI Bureau
China, a global leader in high-speed rail technology, has successfully tested an ultra-fast Maglev train capable of reaching speeds up to 1,000 kilometers per hour. This groundbreaking train, developed by the China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Limited, operates using magnetic levitation, allowing it to hover above the tracks and achieve remarkable speeds. The trial was conducted in Shanxi province. For comparison, India’s fastest train, the Vande Bharat Express, has a maximum speed of 180 kilometers per hour but currently operates at 150 kilometers per hour.
How the Maglev Train Achieves Extraordinary Speeds
Unlike conventional trains that rely on wheels, axles, and bearings, the Maglev train uses magnetic levitation to float above specially designed tracks, enabling it to reach unprecedented speeds.
Maglev Train Test Run
Recently, China conducted a successful test run of its latest Maglev train in a two-kilometer-long low-pressure tube. The superconducting Maglev train performed exceptionally well, demonstrating its potential for future high-speed transport networks. The development of this Maglev system began in April 2022.
Delhi to Patna in One Hour
Implementing such hyper-trains in India poses significant challenges, as they require entirely new railway infrastructure capable of withstanding extreme speeds and heat. Additionally, issues such as track-crossing violations and animals on the tracks present further obstacles. However, if these advanced trains are introduced in India, they would revolutionize passenger travel, drastically reducing journey times. For instance, the trip from Delhi to Patna could be completed in just one hour.
The World’s Fastest Train
China is home to the world’s fastest train, the Shanghai Maglev, which transports passengers between Shanghai Pudong Airport and Longyang Station at speeds of up to 460 kilometers per hour.
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