This means that China could soon have a train that is as fast as a plane
China’s Maglev Train, developed by the China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC), has broken its own speed record during tests in a low-vacuum tube, according to World News. While the exact speed achieved remains classified, CASIC claimed a significant breakthrough, achieving stable levitation in the tube. This development implies the potential for trains to rival plane speeds. The maglev technology, utilizing magnetism to propel and levitate the train, operates within a low-vacuum tube, further enhancing speed. CASIC emphasized the successful integration of key technologies and validated their compatibility during the recent test, setting the stage for future advancements. With a designed speed of up to 1,000 km/hr, the project aims to surpass commercial aviation speeds, integrating aerospace and terrestrial rail transport technologies. The project’s chief designer highlighted the complexity and incremental progress of the endeavor, with ongoing challenges in unexplored areas. The test’s success ensures the stability of the vehicle tube and track interaction, emphasizing advancements in movement systems and safety controls. These developments enhance the technical maturity of the system, paving the way for higher-speed tests and the establishment of a national transport network. Additionally, CASIC is concurrently working on China’s next-generation commercial aerospace electromagnetic launch systems, in collaboration with the China National Space Administration.
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