High Speed Train in India and the advanced Technologies
High Speed Train in India
Railways were the first form of rapid land transportation. They monopolized the carrying percentage of passenger traffic till cars and airlines became popular in the early mid of 20th century. Speed was always the main challenging factor for railroads and constant efforts are being made increase the travel speed and decrease the travel time of passengers.
Speed train could cut the travel time between metro areas, alleviate traffic congestion, boosting economic growth and reducing greenhouse gas emission.
High speed rail transport is quicker than traditional rail traffic. It uses an integrated system of specialized rolling stock and tracks. The first speed rail was introduced in Japan during the year, 1964. And it was known as a bullet train over there. High speed trains ply on standard gauge tracks of continuously welded rail on grade- separated right-of-way that incorporates a large turning radius in its design. Many countries have developed high speed rail to connect major cities. High speed rail is usually designed for passenger travel. It can also be used for freight service.
Speed train could cut the travel time between metro areas, alleviate traffic congestion, boosting economic growth and reducing greenhouse gas emission.
High speed rail transport is quicker than traditional rail traffic. It uses an integrated system of specialized rolling stock and tracks. The first speed rail was introduced in Japan during the year, 1964. And it was known as a bullet train over there. High speed trains ply on standard gauge tracks of continuously welded rail on grade- separated right-of-way that incorporates a large turning radius in its design. Many countries have developed high speed rail to connect major cities. High speed rail is usually designed for passenger travel. It can also be used for freight service.
High Speed train moving from Delhi to Agra:
This train is having a speed of 160kmph. It is equipped with an electric locomotive of 5,400HP. One can reach from Delhi to Agra in just 90 minutes. Normally it takes 2-3 hours to reach Agra from Delhi. When it was test trialed, it took 100 minutes instead of 90 minutes. It reached Agra at around 1 p.m. Senior railway officials including Commissioner Railway Safety and Divisional Railway Manager of Delhi and Agra, were present in the train for trial run.
This train is having a speed of 160kmph. It is equipped with an electric locomotive of 5,400HP. One can reach from Delhi to Agra in just 90 minutes. Normally it takes 2-3 hours to reach Agra from Delhi. When it was test trialed, it took 100 minutes instead of 90 minutes. It reached Agra at around 1 p.m. Senior railway officials including Commissioner Railway Safety and Divisional Railway Manager of Delhi and Agra, were present in the train for trial run.
Real High Speed Trains
India has one of the largest rail networks in the world. But, it does not have any high speed rail line which can give a speed of 200 km/h or more. Currently India is focusing on high speed railway tracks so that Indian rails can run faster on current tracks with a maximum speed of 160 to 200 km/h, with an average of 130km/h.
Few of the countries in the world are using powerful electromagnets to develop high speed trains. These trains are known as ‘maglev trains’. ‘Maglev is short form of Magnetic Levitation. It means that these trains will practically float over guideways using the basic principles of magnets to replace the old steel wheel and track trains.
Few of the countries in the world are using powerful electromagnets to develop high speed trains. These trains are known as ‘maglev trains’. ‘Maglev is short form of Magnetic Levitation. It means that these trains will practically float over guideways using the basic principles of magnets to replace the old steel wheel and track trains.
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