China’s High-Speed Rail Shakes Violently—Like a Thriller! Germany, Japan Stopped Supplying Parts

Summary

The video script discusses concerns over the safety of China's high-speed trains due to incidents of violent shaking. It highlights public worry, past accidents, and the impact of international companies ceasing parts supply. The script also delves into allegations of technology theft from foreign companies, poor quality control, and the potential for major accidents. It raises questions about the government's focus on speed over safety and the need for credible quality assurance.

Takeaways

• 🚄 Chinese high-speed trains have been reported to shake violently during travel, raising safety concerns.
• 🌐 Videos of these incidents have circulated widely, including overseas, affecting China's reputation for rail safety.
• 🔧 Germany and Japan have stopped supplying parts to China's high-speed trains, leading to concerns about the availability and quality of replacements.
• 🤔 There are predictions of major accidents due to the poor quality of parts used in Chinese high-speed trains.
• 🚀 China's high-speed rail technology has been criticized for being acquired through technology theft and reverse engineering.
• 📉 China's high-speed rail system has a lower speed balance ratio compared to international counterparts, indicating lower efficiency.
• 🚨 The 2011 Wenzhou train collision highlighted severe design flaws and inadequate oversight in China's high-speed rail system.
• 🛠️ The Chinese government's focus on speed has been criticized for overshadowing safety and economic feasibility.
• 🔩 China's high-speed rail relies on critical imported components, such as non-loosening nuts from Japan, for safety.
• 🏗️ There are concerns about ground subsidence and substandard construction in China's high-speed rail projects, which could pose significant safety risks.

Q & A

What was the concern expressed by the individual who recorded the video of the high-speed train shaking?

The individual was concerned about whether the train could reach its destination safely after it started shaking violently.

When did the incidents of high-speed trains shaking occur?

The incidents of high-speed trains shaking were reported in July of the same year as the video and also in previous instances.

Which countries stopped supplying parts to Chinese high-speed trains according to the script?

Germany and Japan stopped supplying parts to Chinese high-speed trains in March 2023.

What is the prediction of experts regarding the safety of Chinese high-speed trains?

Experts predict that major accidents are inevitable for Chinese high-speed trains due to the observed shaking and other incidents.

How does the commentator Wong Duran link the issues seen in the videos to China's High-Speed Rail technology?

Wong Duran states that the issues are not surprising as China's High-Speed Rail technology was allegedly stolen after making purchases from abroad.

Which countries did China initially rely on for high-speed rail technology?

China initially relied on technology from Germany's Siemens, Japan's Shinkansen, and France's Alstom.

What is the term used to describe China's approach to high-speed rail development as mentioned in the script?

The term used is 'borrow technology and then close the loop,' meaning after acquiring technology through cooperation, China isolates production and research to create its own high-speed train brand.

What safety concerns were raised by Du, the head of the sanhi branch of People's Daily, regarding China's High-Speed Rail?

Du cited rush development as a safety risk and mentioned a retired railway engineer who refused to take High-Speed Rail due to safety concerns.

What was the impact of the 2011 high-speed rail accident in China?

The 2011 high-speed rail accident led to a reduction in operating speed from 350 to 300 km per hour and caused significant casualties and public outrage.

What is the speed balance ratio, and how does China's high-speed rail compare to international counterparts?

The speed balance ratio is the average to top speed ratio, reflecting the efficiency of a rail system. China's high-speed rail lines lag behind their international counterparts in terms of speed balance ratio.

What are the manufacturing and operational challenges mentioned in the script for Chinese high-speed rail?

Challenges include ground subsidence, use of substandard concrete without chemical hardeners, extension of the rail network to earthquake-prone regions, and issues of substandard construction due to corruption.