SMRTR Science & EngineeringMar 20, 2025Interesting Engineering

China’s Maglev rescues Elon Musk’s dream from oblivion, slashing build costs by 60%

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China's new vacuum maglev system, tested on a 2 km line in Shanxi, uses innovative materials and AI to achieve 1,000 km/h speeds, potentially cutting construction costs by 60% and surpassing the stalled Hyperloop concept.

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