⚡ Energy meets adventure! The Chinese mainland's new Hami–Chongqing ±800 kilovolt ultra-high voltage direct current (UHV DC) power line is rewriting the rules of energy transmission. Stretching an epic 2,290km from Hami in Xinjiang to Chongqing, it cuts across Gansu, Shaanxi and Sichuan.
Building transmission towers in roaring desert winds, salt flats and rocky mountain slopes is no joke. Engineers in Hami battle dust storms like those in Rajasthan's Thar Desert and heat that can sizzle your lunch on a metal surface. But thanks to cutting-edge tech—like robot-assisted assembly and next-gen heat-resistant materials—they're powering through. 🏗️🔥
This super-high-voltage DC line uses ±800kV (plus/minus 800,000 volts) to send clean, stable power from the Chinese mainland's west to Chongqing's bustling cityscape. That means more reliable electricity for millions, fueling everything from Xi'an's heritage sites to your favorite night markets in Chongqing. 🌃
Why care? Sustainable infrastructure is the key to a greener future, and this mega-grid shows how innovation can conquer nature's toughest challenges. Whether you're studying engineering in Dhaka, hustling in Jakarta, or scrolling through memes in Kuala Lumpur, this is infrastructure inspo. 🚀
Stay tuned as we shine a light on how this energy highway is lighting up life across the Chinese mainland—one tower at a time! ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
