China has introduced the world’s fastest automated train, which is capable of speeds up to 200 km/h and operates without a driver, thanks to a GoA4 control system.
In the Chinese city of Qingdao (Shandong province), a new, fully automated high-speed train was unveiled. The train can reach speeds of up to 200 km/h and is equipped with a Grade of Automation 4 (GoA4) system, making it completely driverless.
The train is controlled by an integrated digital “brain” that can independently analyze data and make decisions in complex operating conditions. This new system has reduced the probability of operational failures by more than 95%.
A major focus was placed on safety. The train includes a redundant sensor system with more than 2,900 sensors that monitor the condition of the undercarriage, brakes, and traction system in real-time. The design also features new anti-collision elements and energy-absorbing modules, which have doubled the train’s resistance to collisions.
Engineers also improved the body’s aerodynamics and standardized more than 200 types of spare parts, making the train more cost-effective to operate.
The new train is planned to operate on the Beijing–Xiong’an Express line. It will provide a 30-minute connection between the new Xiong’an district and Beijing Daxing International Airport and will allow passengers to reach the Lize business district in just one hour. The project is a key step in creating the “Beijing–Xiong’an” one-hour transportation loop and developing the region.
