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India.com
2 days ago
- Business
- India.com
World's largest bullet train network is in..., its fastest train's speed is..., not Japan, USA; India is positioned at...
China, a country frequently recognized for its immense technological advancements and manufacturing capabilities, has made a significant impact on the global high-speed rail scene. In just 15 years, it built 47,000 kilometres of track, connecting cities, revolutionizing travel, and serving as a gold standard for infrastructure worldwide. Speaking of India, India is moving forward—albeit at a slower pace—with its first bullet train project, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor. By June 2025, 300 km of viaduct construction had been completed, with the first phase of operations expected to begin by 2028. The Shanghai Maglev is more than a train; it's a vision for the future of transport. It is the fastest train in commercial service today, reaching speeds of up to 431 km/h, gliding above the tracks with ease using innovative magnetic levitation (maglev) technology instead of conventional wheels and tracks. With trains regularly travelling above the speed of 300 km/h, travel times like Beijing's journeys to Shanghai, which used to take almost a full day, now occur in just over three hours. Backed by domestic ingenuity and big plans for international extension, China's high-speed train network is famously unparalleled in both the scale at which China operates and speed at which trains travel. According to The Times of India report, as Europe took decades to construct its network of high-speed trains, the experience with India's first bullet train has been slow but steady. Almost eight years after construction started in 2017, the project is still going on. As of June 2025, a mere 300 kilometres of viaducts had been completed on the ambitious Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor. This achievement was marked by the launching of a 40 m long full-span box girder near Surat, Gujarat, according to the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) statement. This ambitious project has been developed in collaboration with Japan, and aims to reduce the travel time between two major financial centres in India—a trip that currently takes more than 7 hours to a little less than 3. The first phase of the project, which runs from Sabarmati to Vapi, is expected to be operational by 2028. NHSRCL stated, 'Out of 300 km of superstructure, 257.4 km is constructed through Full Span Launching Method (FSLM) including 14 river bridges, 37.8 km through Span by Span (SBS), 0.9 km steel bridges (10 spans ranging from 60 to 130 m in 7 bridges), 1.2 km PSC bridges (20 spans ranging from 40 to 80 m in 5 bridges) and 2.7 km in station building .'For constructing 257.4 km of viaduct through FSLM and 37.8 km of viaduct through SBS, 6455 & 925 spans of 40 m each, respectively, were used. The project has supported the use of indigenously designed and manufactured equipment such as Straddle Carriers, Launching Gantries, Bridge Gantries, and Girder Transporters for construction. This marks a first for Indian infrastructure, showcasing India's growing capabilities in high-speed rail technology with the support of the Japanese government. The adoption of the Full Span Launching Method has significantly accelerated construction, as full-span girder erection is up to ten (10) times faster than conventional segmental methods. Each full-span box girder weighs 970 metric tons. Segmental girders are used selectively in locations where full-span installation is not feasible. As per the news agency ANI report, to facilitate construction, 27 dedicated casting yards were established along the corridor. Steel bridges are fabricated in seven workshops spread all across the country, three in Gujarat, one each in Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and West Bengal truly exemplifying the spirit of unity of our country. More than 3 lakh noise barriers have been installed along the viaducts to mitigate noise during operations. In addition to the viaducts, the project has also completed 383 km of pier work, 401 km of foundation work and 326 km of girder casting. The thematic Bullet Train stations are rapidly taking shape. These stations will be integrated with the rail and road based transport system to provide seamless travel to passengers. The stations will be equipped with state-of-the-art passenger amenities. Track works over viaducts have also started, and around 157 track km of RC track bed construction has been achieved so far in Gujarat. The rolling stock depots with modern infrastructure are also getting ready in Maharashtra and milestone is a demonstration of the project's robust planning, cutting-edge engineering, and commitment to the 'Make in India' policy. (With agencies inputs)
India.com
2 days ago
- India.com
10 fastest trains of the world are..., first is China's..., its maximum speed is.., India is not in list
10 fastest trains of the world are..., first is China's..., its maximum speed is.., India is not in list Trains have been the lifelines for countries for many years. With age and technology, the railway network across the globe has evolved. From a passenger train to a train with new age facility, the railways has come a long way. In this article, we will look at the 10 fastest trains in the world. India with a population of more than 140 billion, Vande Bharat Express has come as boon, which runs at a speed of 180 kmph. At the same time, the rest of the countries of Asia and the world including China, Japan and South Korea have made so much progress that bullet trains running at a speed of up to 460 kilometers per hour have come there. China operates a bullet train called CRH380A Hexie , which is the world's fastest train with a speed of 486 kilometres per hour , or 302 mph. , which is the world's fastest train with a speed of , or 302 mph. A bullet train called Shanghai Maglev runs in China's major city Shanghai, which is the second fastest train in the world and its speed goes up to 460 kilometers per hour (286 mph). China also operates a bullet train called CR450, which can reach speeds of up to 453 kilometres per hour (281 mph). In the developed Asian country South Korea, a train named HEMU-430X runs, which has a speed of 430 kilometers per hour (267 mph). The bullet train named CR400 Fuxing is very popular in China and its speed is up to 350 kilometers per hour (217 mph). A bullet train named Siemens Velaro E/AVs 103 runs in the European country Spain, whose top speed is up to 403.7 kilometers per hour. A bullet train named Frecciarossa runs in Italy, whose top speed is 350 kilometers per hour. In the popular European country Germany, a train named DB Intercity Express 3 runs, which can travel up to 350 kilometers (217 mph) in an hour. A bullet train named Shinkansen H5 runs in Japan, whose top speed is 320 kilometers per hour. A train called TGV runs in France, which can reach a speed of 320 kilometers per hour.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
China testing world's fastest high-speed train prototype at 280 mph pace
China is moving closer to operating what may become the world's fastest high-speed train. According to the Ministry of Transport, the CR450 prototypes have achieved test speeds of 450 kilometers per hour (281 miles per hour) and are expected to run at an operational speed of around 400 kilometers (248.5 miles) per hour. Once commercial service begins, the CR450 could surpass China's CR400 model, which debuted in 2017 and currently runs at 350 kilometers (217 miles) per hour. In a recent CCTV video, the CR450 is shown undergoing comprehensive tests and evaluations. Engineers at the Locomotive and Vehicle Research Institute of the China Academy of Railway Sciences (CARS) have been particularly focused on 'weight control,' ensuring that any reductions in mass do not compromise structural integrity. 'While reducing the weight, we must ensure that its strength does not decrease, and we even need to increase its strength because of the higher speed. It's just like a person who wants to slim down while building strength. This involves structural changes and material innovations,' said Chen Can, an associate researcher at CARS. Sensors have been installed on the tracks to achieve the necessary balance, transmitting real-time weight data from each wheel to a monitoring system. Researchers are also enclosing the entire bogie area beneath the train for the first time to minimize air resistance, a critical factor at very high speeds. 'Ensuring the smoothness of the entire train body minimizes resistance during operation,' said Ha Dalei, a senior designer at the National Engineering Research Center of Rail Transportation at CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles Co., Ltd. Among the other technical highlights, the CR450 runs on an advanced permanent magnet traction water-cooled system, with an upgraded bogie design for stability. Engineers have also built in more than 4,000 sensors to monitor everything from the car body and pantograph to train control and fire detection systems, along with a multi-level emergency braking system for enhanced safety. The prototypes, CR450AF and CR450BF, each feature an eight-car formation with a mix of powered and non-powered carriages. In addition to the CR400, China already operates other record-breaking trains. The Shanghai Maglev runs on magnetic levitation technology at a maximum speed of about 431 kilometers (268 miles) per hour during regular service. Despite fierce global competition from France's Train à Grande Vitesse (TGV), Japan's Shinkansen, and Spain's AVE Class 103, China is currently the only country operating commercial high-speed rail services at 350 kilometers per hour. The planned 400 kilometers per hour operating speed of the CR450 would reaffirm China's leadership in this arena. Although the CR450 prototypes have passed static and low-speed dynamic tests in traction, braking, and noise control, engineers plan to gradually increase speeds in future trials. The goal is to refine systems for real-world conditions, further cutting vibrations, reducing energy consumption, and lowering noise levels. Once fully approved for commercial operations, the CR450 will not only outpace every other high-speed train worldwide but also make China home to the three fastest trains on the planet.
