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In Pics: China's Superfast 'Floating' Train That Can Travel At 620 Kmph
At present Maglev trains are one of the fastest ground transportation methods we have. These superfast trains are able to transport hundreds of people over long distances over much shorter periods of time.
At present Maglev trains are one of the fastest ground transportation methods we have. These superfast trains are able to transport hundreds of people over long distances over much shorter periods of time.
Speeds of 620 kmph -
China's Southwest Jiaotong University has developed a futuristic floating train that can hit speeds of 620 km per hour.
High-speed train -
On January 13, the country unveiled a prototype for a high-speed Maglev train.
69-ft long super sleek creation -
The 69-ft long super sleek prototype was revealed in front of the local media in Chengdu city.
Run-on magnetic levitation -
As per local news, the No Wheels train will run on magnetic levitation and has been developed with high-temperature superconducting (HTS) technology.
Technology uses magnets -
This technology uses magnets that will allow the train to hover right above the track without touching anything. So much so that the train will look as if it is floating over the tracks!
Floating over the tracks -
Along with the train, the researchers have also made a 541-ft long track to showcase how the train would look and feel in transit. During the ceremony, the train was seen floating along the track.
Superfast! -
One of China¡¯s leading dailies took to Twitter and said, ¡°Superfast! A domestically developed maglev train prototype has been unveiled in Chengdu, China. The superconductor technology the train employs could make it faster and lighter than its peers.¡±
It'll take good time for it to be fully operational -
The unveiling ceremony of the train saw a huge fanfare and media coverage. However, it will take good time for it to be fully operational. Professor Chuan told the media that the train could be operational within 3-10 years.
At present Maglev trains are one of the fastest ground transportation methods we have. These superfast trains are able to transport hundreds of people over long distances over much shorter periods of time.Read More
China's Southwest Jiaotong University has developed a futuristic floating train that can hit speeds of 620 km per hour. Read More
On January 13, the country unveiled a prototype for a high-speed Maglev train. Read More
The 69-ft long super sleek prototype was revealed in front of the local media in Chengdu city. Read More
As per local news, the No Wheels train will run on magnetic levitation and has been developed with high-temperature superconducting (HTS) technology. Read More
This technology uses magnets that will allow the train to hover right above the track without touching anything. So much so that the train will look as if it is floating over the tracks! Read More
Along with the train, the researchers have also made a 541-ft long track to showcase how the train would look and feel in transit. During the ceremony, the train was seen floating along the track. Read More
One of China¡¯s leading dailies took to Twitter and said, ¡°Superfast! A domestically developed maglev train prototype has been unveiled in Chengdu, China. The superconductor technology the train employs could make it faster and lighter than its peers.¡± Read More
The unveiling ceremony of the train saw a huge fanfare and media coverage. However, it will take good time for it to be fully operational. Professor Chuan told the media that the train could be operational within 3-10 years. Read More
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