Exciting news from India Press Live! Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently visited the Hyperloop testing facility at IIT Madras and revealed some groundbreaking information. The Hyperloop tube being developed in collaboration with IIT Madras is set to become the world’s longest tube, measuring a whopping 410 meters in length.
This 410-meter-long Hyperloop test tube situated at IIT Chennai is already the longest Hyperloop test facility in Asia. For those who are unfamiliar, Hyperloop is a high-speed train that operates in a vacuum within a tube.
In a social media post on Sunday, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw proudly announced, “Longest Hyperloop tube in Asia (410 m)… soon to be the world’s longest.” This achievement marks a significant milestone in the development of Hyperloop technology.
During his visit on March 15, the Minister had the opportunity to witness a live demonstration at the Hyperloop testing facility located at IIT Madras Discovery Campus. Speaking to reporters, he commended the young innovators behind the project and emphasized the use of indigenous technologies in the development of the testing system for Hyperloop transportation.
With financial support and technical guidance from the Railway Ministry, the Hyperloop project is making significant progress. The electronics technology for this project will now be developed at ICF Chennai, leveraging the expertise of highly skilled professionals at the ICF factory.
The Minister extended his congratulations to the team of young innovators at IIT Chennai and the Avishkar organization for their successful testing efforts. He also visited the IIT Chennai campus in Guindy, where he explored an exhibition showcasing innovative projects by the IIT’s Center for Innovation.
During his interaction with students and young innovators, the Minister expressed his confidence in India’s potential to become a leading country under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He highlighted the significant contributions of Indian youth in fields such as data science, artificial intelligence, and semiconductors.
Furthermore, the Minister announced the upcoming rollout of the first India-made semiconductor by the end of this year, marking a significant achievement in the country’s technological landscape. He also presented awards to winners of an innovation competition held during the exhibition, encouraging them to continue creating new inventions.
Dr. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Chennai, was also in attendance at the event, underscoring the collaborative efforts driving innovation and progress in India’s technology sector.
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