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Let's learn about linear!
In the land of maglev, you can learn about the "mechanism" and "history" of maglev!
Now, let's go on an adventure to the land of linear trains!
For linear quiz
Let's take on the challenge!
Q1
Q: How is the Linear Chuo Shinkansen a moving vehicle?
①A vehicle that moves by ejecting air.
②A vehicle that moves with the power of a magnet
③A vehicle that moves by rotating a propeller.
A ②A vehicle that moves with the power of a magnet.
The Linear Chuo Shinkansen runs on tires at speeds up to 160km/h, and from there it uses superconducting magnets installed on the cars. The magnetic force of the coil installed on the guardway above the ground causes the vehicle to float 10 cm as it travels.
Q2
Q: When was the first time you achieved levitation during your research on linear motor cars?
①1960 (Color TV appeared)
②1972 (100th anniversary of the opening of railways in Japan)
③1990 (Chibi Maruko-chan broadcasting started)
A ②1972 (nen)
Research on linear motor cars began in 1962, and ten years later, in 1972, the first success in magnetic levitation was achieved. I did it. Furthermore, in 2015, the world's fastest manned railway speed of 603km was set.
Q3
Q: When is the Tokyo-Nagoya line, which is currently under construction, scheduled to open?
① After 2027 (100 years since the opening of the Japanese subway)
② After 2033 (the 63rd ShikinenSengu Ise Shikinen Sengu)
3) After 2054 (50th anniversary of the Kumano Kodo World Heritage registration)
A ①2027 and after
Construction on the Tokyo-Nagoya section is scheduled to begin in 2014, with the aim of opening after 2027. In addition, construction on the Nagoya-Osaka section will begin promptly after the Tokyo-Nagoya section is completed, with the aim of opening as early as 2037.
Q4
Q: How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Osaka?
① Approximately 1 hour
②About 2 hours
③About 3 hours
A ① Approximately 1 hour
Currently, it takes about 2 hours (135 minutes) on the Shinkansen "Nozomi", but it takes about twice as long on the Linear Chuo Shinkansen. Traveling at an average speed of 392 km/h, it took about 1 hour (67 minutes) to travel between Tokyo and Osaka. (Osaka).
Q5
Q: How long does it take to get from Mie to Osaka?
①About 10 minutes
②About 20 minutes
③About 30 minutes
A ② Approximately 20 minutes (time is the prefecture's estimated time)
An intermediate station for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen is scheduled to be established in Mie Prefecture. If it became possible to go to Osaka in about 20 minutes, many people would live in Mie. You can go to schools and companies in Osaka.
Q6
Q: How much shorter is the travel time from Tokyo to Nagoya compared to Nozomi?
① Approximately 30 minutes
②About 50 minutes
③About 70 minutes
A ② Approximately 50 minutes (time is the prefecture's estimated time)
Currently, the Shinkansen "Nozomi" takes about 90 minutes, but the Linear Chuo Shinkansen takes about 50 minutes shorter. You will be able to travel in 40 minutes, allowing you to spend more time sightseeing locally.
Q7
Q: How many people can the Linear Chuo Shinkansen carry at one time?
①514 people (nin)
②1000 people (nin)
③1323 people (nin)
A ②1000 people
The Linear Chuo Shinkansen can carry many more people than an airplane. Also, since there is no need for boarding procedures like on airplanes, the actual speed is much faster than on airplanes. I can say yes.
Q8
Q: What changes will occur in Mie when the Linear Chuo Shinkansen opens?
① The number of people coming for tourism will increase.
②The number of people moving to live here will increase.
③The number of people going to Tokyo and Osaka for fun will increase.
A ①②③ All are correct.
It connects the big cities of Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka in about an hour, creating a huge economic impact. Japan's international competitiveness will become stronger. Your lifestyle will change, and many possibilities will be born.