high speed trains

"A quick-paced, colorful description of the physical characteristics, purposes, early history, and high-speed capabilities of bullet trains--the fastest passenger trains in the world"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the world's high speed passenger trains, from steam engines of the 1930s, through modern supertrains powered by electricity, to magnetic levitation trains now being tested.

Provides information about bullet trains--steel wheel electric trains that move at high speeds by a process of magnetic levitation--discussing their technology and development, primarily in Europe and Japan.

A photographic introduction to bullet trains, discussing the technology that makes them possible, and considering the future of the high-speed trains.

Readers will learn how some of history's most imaginative inventors were inspired by nature and how their incredible creations continue to improve our lives today. In this book, learn how scientists have looked toward the kingfisher for inspiration in making high-speed trains quieter.

Describes the design, construction, and components of speedsters, including top stock cars, racing bikes, rocket planes, powerboats, and many others.

This book discusses the history of trains, the invention of high-speed trains and the high-speed train systems of European countries.

Presents an introduction to trains that travel fats, in simple text with illustrations, including information on how they were designed, who built them, and how fast they can go.