high-speed train
Rapid intercity transit
A high-speed train is a passenger rail service designed for significantly faster travel than conventional trains, typically exceeding 150 miles per hour.
These trains run on dedicated tracks with gentle curves and require specialized infrastructure.
The high-speed train cut the journey from four hours to ninety minutes.
Japan's bullet trains pioneered the technology in the 1960s; Europe and China have since built extensive networks.
Japan's rapid rail system
- TGVFrench fast train
- EurostarCross-channel passenger rail
- ICEImmigration enforcement bureau
- electrificationConversion to powered systems
pantograph · catenary · tilting · aerodynamics · automation · signaling · traction · bogies
Directed rate of motion
- accelerationRate velocity changes
- expressState or fast train
- swiftMoving with speed
- quickMoving with speed
record-breaking · fast-track · time-saving · punctual · nonstop · direct · efficient
Made smooth and efficient
- aerodynamicMinimizing drag through shape
- futuristicSuggestive of times ahead
- sleekSmooth and elegant
- liveryIdentifying uniform or colors
articulated · low-floor · gangway · panoramic · smooth · polished · elongated · tapered
Transported travelers
- intercityBetween different urban areas
- corridorEnclosed connecting walkway
- routePath from A to B
- networkInterconnected system
hub · terminal · platform · boarding · first-class · reservation · e-ticket · luggage
Arched span crossing valleys
- tunnelEnclosed underground route
- embankmentRaised earth structure
- depotVehicle storage facility
- stationFixed stopping point
concourse · overpass · right-of-way · alignment · earthworks
Shinkansen
Japan's rapid rail system
electrification · pantograph · catenary · tilting · aerodynamics · automation · signaling · traction · bogies · coupling
velocity
Directed rate of motion
- accelerationRate velocity changes
- expressState or fast train
- swiftMoving with speed
quick · record-breaking · fast-track · time-saving · punctual · nonstop · direct · efficient
streamlined
Made smooth and efficient
- aerodynamicMinimizing drag through shape
- futuristicSuggestive of times ahead
- sleekSmooth and elegant
livery · articulated · low-floor · gangway · panoramic · smooth · polished · elongated · tapered · lightweight
passengers
Transported travelers
network · hub · terminal · platform · boarding · first-class · reservation · e-ticket · luggage · amenities
viaduct
Arched span crossing valleys
- tunnelEnclosed underground route
- embankmentRaised earth structure
- depotVehicle storage facility
station · concourse · overpass · right-of-way · alignment · earthworks
- public transitbus, subway, metro, tram, trolley
- rail transportlocomotive, rail network, platforms, heavy rail, terminus
- electric trainssubway, metro, light rail, electric locomotive, monorail
- high-speed railShinkansen, TGV, Eurostar, maglev, CRH
- railroadstracks, track, locomotive, locomotives, railroad
- locomotiveslocomotive, steam locomotive, diesel locomotive, electric locomotive, engine
high-speed trainslow train
Train making all stops
local train · freight train · milk run · horse-drawn carriage · oxcart
high-speed trainsteam locomotive
Rail engine burning fuel for motion
steam train · horse and buggy · stagecoach · oxcart · covered wagon
high-speed traincommuter train
Mass transit for workers
local service · commuter rail · suburban train · suburban rail · shuttle train
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