tech π China's maglev hits insane 497 mph record
China's experimental maglev vehicle recently smashed speed records, reaching 497 mph in just 5.3 seconds. This trial took place in Hubei province by Donghu Laboratory on a 0.62-mile track. Earlier runs clocked 404 mph in June and 433 mph in July. The technology uses magnetic levitation, which allows for extreme speed without surface friction. Experts suggest near-term uses for rockets and military transport, not passenger travel yet. π