Maglev, which is derived from the term 'magnetic levitation', is a transport method that employs magnetic levitation to move the vehicle without touching the ground. With maglev technology, a vehicle travels along a 'guideway' using magnets to create both lift and propulsion. This process reduces friction and allowing higher speeds.
The Shanghai Maglev Train, also known as the Transrapid, is the fastest commercial train in the world with top speed of 430 kilometres per hour.
Some interesting facts about the fastest train of the world that will amaze you:
1. The Maglev covers a distance of 30.5 kilometres in 8 minutes
2. They are less expensive to operate and maintain, because the absence of rolling friction means that parts do not wear out quickly
3. The design of the maglev railway is such that derailment is almost impossible
4. Owing to the stability, Maglev railcars can be built wider than conventional railcars, offering more options for using the interior space and making them more comfortable to ride in
5. Maglev trains produce no air pollution during operation, because no fuel is being burned
4. Owing to the stability, Maglev railcars can be built wider than conventional railcars, offering more options for using the interior space and making them more comfortable to ride in
5. Maglev trains produce no air pollution during operation, because no fuel is being burned
6. As there is no friction, the train produce almost no sound making the ride smoother for the passengers
7. Maglev systems can operate on higher ascending grades compared to traditional railroads, reducing the need of land modification in order to accommodate the tracks
8. Magnets made from ferrite (an iron compound) or alnico (alloys of iron, aluminium, nickel, cobalt, and copper) produce a stronger magnetic field than ordinary magnets which helps lift and channelize the train cars over the directed 'guideway'
9. The cost of construction of the Maglev train track also involves a lot of expenses as it require some rare earth elements like scandium, yttrium, and 15 lanthanides
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