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Unlike traditional trains, the Shanghai Maglev uses magnetic levitation technology, where powerful magnets lift and propel the train, eliminating friction with the tracks and allowing for incredibly high speeds. Developed by Transrapid, a German company, the train began commercial service in 2004 and remains the fastest in the world in regular operation. This technology reduces noise and wear on the train, making it a futuristic and efficient mode of transportation, albeit limited in global deployment due to high construction costs.
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