Bullet trains are not absolute new technology the history dates back to almost 80-90 years. However, only 15 countries have been able to develop the right infrastructure and systems for the same. When India came up with the plans for the same in 2016, a lot of questions came to mind. Will there be indegenous technology? Will we find a technology partner? Who will foot the bills? Some of the questions are answered by the book. However, most importantly this book actually talks a lot about the challenges with the high speed trains. Also, answers why such tains need complex infrastructure that needs a complete rethinking in designing the systems around it. With all the limitations highlighted per the author the bullet trains still are an important investment for India at large and must be taken into consideration for 9 sectors currently identified. The book also talks about the history, development and usage across the world in all countries. The technical superiority and differences are also highlighted between these systems.
Overall will recommend the book to understand the bullet trains in general and get an bird's eyeview of the technology and its usage.
Most importantly, the book is currently available for free with NBT collection of hundred books during national lockdown due to COVID-19.
https://www.nbtindia.gov.in/NBT_FreeBook4.aspx
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