China set to build new 'supersonic' train

Julie has partnered with the Chinese Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation to develop a network of ultra-fast trains. These trains will utilize magnetic levitation to float above tracks, reducing friction and increasing speed. Similar to the Hyperloop, they will travel through vacuum tubes to minimize air resistance. Although not supersonic, these trains will initially reach speeds of up to 1000 km/h, with plans to achieve 4000 km/h in the future.

Who has Julie signed a deal with to build the train network?

• The Chinese Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation

• A private American company

• A European Union consortium

• The Indian Railways

What technology will the proposed train system use to float above the tracks?

• Jet propulsion

• Hydraulic lifts

• Solar power

• Magnetic levitation

How does magnetic levitation benefit the train system?

• It decreases construction costs

• It allows for more passenger capacity

• It reduces ground friction and increases speed

• It increases fuel efficiency

What is the initial speed target for the trains?

• 4000 km/h

• 500 km/h

• 1000 km/h

• 2000 km/h

What is the future speed goal for the train system?

• 2000 km/h

• 3000 km/h

• 4000 km/h

• 5000 km/h