Kathmandu. China has set a new world record in magnetic emission (maglev) technology. Scientists at the National Defense Technological University (NUDT) have achieved the speed of 700 km per hour in just 2 seconds by taking a one-ton train. The test was conducted on a 400-meter track. The train was also brought to a safe stop.
Full description of the test
The state-run CCTV channel showed a video. In which the car looks just like a chassis and moves fast like a blur on the track, leaving smoke. It is a superconducting electric maglev system. It holds the world record for the fastest speed and speed. Extreme braking was also successful in the test.
Technical breakthroughs
This achievement has solved a number of major problems.
Ultra-high-speed electromagnetic propulsion.
Electrical suspension and guidance.
High-power energy storage.
High-field superconducting magnets.
Professor Li Jie said that this breakthrough will accelerate the development of ultra-high-speed maglev transportation in China.
What is a maglev train?
The maglev train is a magnetic levitation train. This is a special type of high-speed train. It doesn’t run on wheels on normal tracks. But it floats in the air a few centimeters above the tracks using magnetic force.
How does it work?
Powerful electromagnets are embedded on trains and tracks. The same magnets drive each other away. This causes the rails to rise above the tracks (about 1–10 cm). There is an alternate between the magnetic field being pulled and pushed to propel the train forward. This eliminates friction and allows trains to travel at much higher speeds.
Pros
Extremely high speed: 400–600 km per hour or more (twice as much as a normal train). Low noise, less vibration and a comfortable ride. Less maintenance because the wheels and tracks don’t get tired. Good for the environment because it runs on electricity and reduces pollution.
What will be the benefit in the future?
This technology is not limited to railways.
Hyperloop-like transport (up to 1,000 km per hour is possible) in vacuum tubes.
Rocket and airplane launches will achieve initial growth and fuel savings.
Ground simulations will be easier for aerospace testing.
China’s maglev history
The university built China’s first manned maglev 30 years ago. After 10 years of research, a record of 648 km/h was achieved in January 2025. Shanghai Maglev is the world’s only commercial service (430 km/h).
A 2-km vacuum tube line in Datong targeting 1000 km per hour.
This breakthrough could transform the world’s transportation and space technology. China has now become one of the top countries in the region. More large trials are expected in the coming year.
