China’s Magnetic Levitation Train Has A Little Problem

Looks like China stole the technology to build themselves a magnetic levitation train!

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How do we know China stole the technology? China built all those worthless electric buses for Indy’s Red Line. ‘Nuff said.

Dubbed the “Maglev,” the high-speed public transit vehicle uses electromagnetic force to move the train at speeds of up to 373 mph.

No word on how fast it can stop if a “Snidely Whiplash” ties a damsel to the tracks.

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Anyway, it turns out the Maglev has a few operational challenges. At present, China has only one commercial Maglev line and it’s only 19 miles long.

The train is expected to emit a lower level of noise and requires less maintenance than other high-speed trains, according to Reuters. And we all know how concerned China is with the environment…

The interior of the Maglev looks rather luxurious from photos.

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It also appears as though masks and social distancing are optional while enjoying public transit in China. Take a hint, TSA!

Hammer and Nigel have more in the clip below.

https://omny.fm/shows/hammer-and-nigel-show/magnetic-levitation