China South Industries Group Corporation (CSGC), a state-owned arms manufacturer, has revealed a prototype electromagnetic railgun. The company claims this weapon can fire 3,000 rounds per minute without producing any sound or muzzle flash.

Instead of traditional explosives, this weapon uses magnetic forces to propel projectiles. It's powered by a lithium-ion battery that energizes a series of 20 sequential copper coils, each 25mm long. Projectiles are accelerated through these coils; as a round passes, sensors trigger the coil, generating a magnetic field to propel it forward. These magnetic pulses are precisely timed to enhance projectile acceleration and minimize reverse drag.

During tests, the railgun fired up to 3,000 rounds per minute, significantly outperforming conventional firearms like the AK-47, which fires around 600 rounds per minute. Beyond its high rate of fire, it operates silently with no muzzle flash and has significantly less recoil compared to traditional weapons.

However, the projectile's speed is approximately 86 meters per second, which is modest compared to conventional firearms that range from 300 to 1,200 meters per second. This makes it unsuitable for firing lethal rounds. For this reason, the railgun isn't yet ready for combat use, but it could be useful in riot control operations, where it could be used to disperse crowds without causing serious harm.

This weapon represents a new step in developing electromagnetic technologies for weaponry, potentially opening the door for future applications in security and defense. With continued experimentation and development, this type of weapon could become an effective solution for modern security challenges.