In a breathtaking demonstration of cutting-edge technology, China’s National University of Defense Technology has propelled a ton-class maglev test vehicle to an astonishing 700 kilometers per hour in just two seconds—shattering the global speed record for superconducting electromagnetic maglev systems.
After a decade of relentless research and experimentation, the team not only reached this mind-blowing speed on a 400-meter test track but also brought the vehicle to a perfectly safe stop, marking a historic achievement in high-speed transport technology
This landmark feat overcomes formidable technical challenges, from ultra-high-speed electromagnetic propulsion and precise electric levitation guidance to transient high-power energy storage inversion and powerful high-field superconducting magnets. Experts say this breakthrough could herald a new era of superfast, futuristic rail travel, putting China firmly at the forefront of maglev innovation.
