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China Unveils First Renewable-Energy Sky Train With Glass Bottom
China has unveiled its first renewable sky train complete with a glass bottom. Located in Chengdu — the capital city of China’s southwest Sichuan province.
The sky train has glass paneling on three sides, offering passengers on board a stunning 270-degree view of the picturesque landscape of the country.
The Dayi rail project features an aerial suspended train that runs using a lithium battery pack as traction power. Through its glass paneling on three sides offering 270-degree views, users will be able to enjoy some of the most amazing panoramas while traveling sustainably.
China’s Dayi rail project is the world’s first renewable energy and can travel about 80 kilometers per hour (50mph). It has a maximum capacity of 120 people per car and aims to become not just another means of public transportation, but also a tourist attraction, connecting places with relatively small passenger flow. It currently runs through 11.5 kilometers and features four stations that connect important tourist points in the city. the train weighs about 2.5 tons, which is 0.5 less than traditional trains.
Here are the top features of the sky train:
1. The sky train has glass paneling on three sides, offering passengers on board a stunning 270-degree view of the picturesque landscape of the country.
2. The maximum capacity of one carriage is 120 people and the train can travel at a speed of 80 km/hr.
3. According to its developer, the train tops out at 80 kilometers per hour and costs only about one-sixth to one-eighth of a regular subway.
4. Driven by new energy resources, the sky train is greener and more economical
5. As per the company, the vehicle will function as a suspended rail train and operate using a lithium battery power pack.
6. As against the subway or light rail, the air-rail project merges the features of tourist traffic as well as sightseeing.
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