Bullet train designed for Hangzhou Asian Games unveiled

A Fuxing bullet train designed for the Hangzhou Asian Games was unveiled in Changchun, China. It will run between Hangzhou and five co-host cities in Zhejiang Province. The train has eight cars, carries 578 passengers, and reaches 350 km/h. It features an Asian Games-themed design with Rainbow Purple coating and event-related decorations. The train offers full 5G+Wi-Fi coverage and interactive terminals for entertainment and information services. It includes barrier-free carriages, Braille signs, and facilities for passengers with special needs. The EMU underwent extensive testing, ergonomic seat adjustments, and an air pressure system to enhance passenger comfort. The bionic locomotive design reduces aerodynamic resistance and energy consumption by 10%. The train incorporates lightweight and energy-saving technologies, saving 1.8 million kWh of electricity annually. Ethernet technology increases data transmission speed by over 60 times. A big data analysis platform enables performance monitoring and malfunction prediction.

Source: CGTN