An experimental ultra-high-speed maglev train traveling at 1,000 km/h is being readied for operation in China.
Maglev trains can reach speeds of 1,000 km/h. Photo: Interesting Engineering
The new project will be tested in Harbin, the capital of Heilongjiang Province in northeastern China. The speed of the maglev will be twice that of the fastest train currently in operation, the Shanghai maglev (which has a top speed of 460 km/h). World Artery, the Chinese company involved in making the vehicle a reality, said the trial project will help boost local tourism .
Ultra-high-speed trains use maglev, which allows the train to float and travel at extremely high speeds, propelled by powerful magnetic fields. Unlike traditional trains that rely solely on friction wheels, maglev trains sit above the track, eliminating the need for friction. Currently, only China, Japan, and South Korea have such trains in operation.
The new project uses low-vacuum tube technology, which is a key part of the program and will allow trains to reach high speeds at affordable costs without compromising safety. World Artery President Zheng Bin said the test track would be a breakthrough in the field, and a major technological step forward in turning the idea into reality.
Exceeding speeds of 1,000 km/h will create many problems, affecting the safety of passengers and infrastructure. Challenges such as maintaining low vacuum conditions in the tube and passengers facing high speeds and strong accelerations need to be addressed. In addition, the costs associated with developing and deploying a maglev system require many considerations. The construction of maglev tracks, stations and related infrastructure also requires large capital investments.
According to the Global Times, the low-vacuum pipeline and related manufacturing plant will be built under a cooperation agreement between World Artery and the Garbin Industrial Investment Group. World Artery will be in charge of construction technology and related patents, while the partner company will be responsible for construction registration and provide services such as investment consulting.
An Khang (According to Interesting Engineering )
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